Sun, April 06, 2025

153: Winters of New England's Past

A few weeks ago, we covered the Blizzard of 1978. But what about the Blizzard of '88... 1888 that is? What about centuries before that? Snow storms are destructive enough in the modern era, but how did Puritans in colonial New England deal with them? We'll also jump 150 years forward to the Great White Hurricane of March 1888. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides as they talk about more winter, more snow, and more cold. https://www.gutenberg.org/files/47082/47082-h/47082-h.htm https://marbleheadmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/pp-187-260-331Winthrop_s_Journal_History_of_New_Englan.pdf https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Little_Ice_Age https://www.colonialsociety.org/node/1742 https://www.dotnews.com/2017/oh-hunger-many-suffered https://www.brancatosnowremoval.com/history-snow-removal-first-snow-plow/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Blizzard_of_1888 https://www.wunderground.com/cat6/the-blizzard-of-1888-americas-greatest-snow-disaster Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered Tours  www.salemuncoveredtours.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Fri, March 28, 2025

152. Interview: Georgia Wrenn

Who is the most famous artist in Salem? Some would say that title goes to 13-year-old Georgia Wrenn, the talent behind “Georgia Made This.” You've probably seen her selling Salem-inspired merchandise at the Salem Arts Festival, or perhaps at the Haunted Happenings Marketplace in October. You can also find her products in Moons Gift Shop and at the Peabody Essex Museum Store! And we know several of you listeners probably have "Georgia Made This" apparel hanging in your closet at this very moment. Join Jeffrey and Sarah as they sit down with the Georgia (and her Dad, Chris) to learn about how she got her business off the ground at just 6 years old. What's her favorite design thus far? How does she feel about opening a new store on Front Street? And did she really meet Adam Sandler? www.georgiamadethis.com @georgiamadethis   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered Tours  www.salemuncoveredtours.com     Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Thu, March 20, 2025

151. Salem in 1892

Some of you may remember the 300th year anniversary of the Salem Witch Trials. Perhaps you watched as the memorials were dedicated. Or you followed Laurie Cabot and her fellow witches up to Gallows Hill. But surely none of you were around in 1892! Nearly a century and a half ago, Salem was commemorating the bicentenary of the Salem Witch Trials... or were they? What exactly did Salem look like and how did they treat this grim history? Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a little 1892 adventure. Are you buying Witch Cream and cigars from the pharmacy at the Witch House? Or being taken on a carriage tour to the hanging grounds. And which house inspired Hawthorne's House of the Seven Gables again?   Endless Night Salem Vampire Salon : discount code SALEMTHEPOD https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-endless-night-salem-vampire-salon-noir-blanc-tickets-1090074324649?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete 1892 Jan 12. "To Erect a Tablet on Witch Hill" Boston Evening Transcript. 8. 1892 Jan 2. "Origin of Souvenir Spoons" The Evening World. 4. 1892 Sept 26. "The Witch Tragedy" The Lima News. 6. 1892 Jan 16. "Witch Cream" Boston Evening Transcript. 8. Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered Tours  www.salemuncoveredtours.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Fri, March 14, 2025

150. Witch Trials: Sarah Wildes (part 2)

Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they round out the life of Sarah Wildes. What lasting repercussions did her quick betrothal have on her life? Is that why Mary Reddington slandered her for decades? Was the scythe cursed or were they just a bunch of teenagers? It all comes together in the end.   Endless Night Salem Vampire Salon : discount code SALEMTHEPOD https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-endless-night-salem-vampire-salon-noir-blanc-tickets-1090074324649?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete   Clara Arlette Avery, T he Averell-Averill-Avery Family: A Record of the Descendants of William and Abigail Averell of Ipswich, Mass. Marilynne Roach, The Salem Witch Trials: A Day-By-Day Chronicle of a Community Under Siege  Walter Davis, The Wildes Family of Essex County, Massachusetts https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/sarah-and-john-wildes-home-site-of/ https://historyofmassachusetts.org/sarah-wildes/ https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/tag/wilds_sarah.html Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered Tours  www.salemuncoveredtours.com     Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Fri, March 07, 2025

149. Witch Trials: Sarah Wildes (part 1)

333 years ago, fear was starting to stir in seventeenth-century Salem as a few young girls claimed to be afflicted by unseen forces. Over the next year, superstition, fear, and a broken legal system would ultimately lead to the wrongful convictions and executions of 19 people. But what exactly was so scandalous or threatening about Sarah Wildes? Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they delve into the life of another victim from the Salem Witch Trials. Was her reputation as bad her time in court would make it seem? Did she just follow a non-traditional path? And where did she get that silk scarf?! Endless Night Salem Vampire Salon : discount code SALEMTHEPOD https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-endless-night-salem-vampire-salon-noir-blanc-tickets-1090074324649?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete https://www.youtube.com/@SarahWildes-do9qw Clara Arlette Avery, The Averell-Averill-Avery Family: A Record of the Descendants of William and Abigail Averell of Ipswich, Mass. Marilynne Roach, The Salem Witch Trials: A Day-By-Day Chronicle of a Community Under Siege  Walter Davis, The Wildes Family of Essex County, Massachusetts https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/sarah-and-john-wildes-home-site-of/ https://historyofmassachusetts.org/sarah-wildes/ https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/tag/wilds_sarah.html Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered Tours  www.salemuncoveredtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Thu, February 27, 2025

148. Interview: Diane Wolf, Chef and Restaurateur

What does the Lobster Shanty, Wolf Next Door Coffee, and Front Street Coffeehouse have in common? These local eateries are all owned and operated by Diane Wolf, Salem's favorite restauranteur extraordinaire. We stole Diane away from tireless work to learn a bit more about her dedication to good coffee and an even better meal. What brought Diane into Salem's restaurant scene in the first place? How did she end up juggling three establishments? And do any ghosts lurk in the basements of your favorite coffeehouse? We'll talk lobster rolls, tourist shenanigans, and even a food network appearance. PS. You might not want to listen to this one on an empty stomach! https://lobstershantysalem.com/ https://www.wolfnextdoorcoffee.com/ https://www.fscsalem.com/ Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered Tours  www.salemuncoveredtours.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com

Fri, February 21, 2025

147. Love Nuggets Vol. III

It's that time of year again and love is in the air! Red roses... dead roses... either way... Salem sees love stories all year long! Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they share YOUR love stories of Salem. What do we have this year? Updated naked adventures! Baby witches! Destination proposals! And a mystery listener shoots their shot!    Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered Tours  www.salemuncoveredtours.com     Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Thu, February 13, 2025

146. The Blizzard of '78

New England is known for its unpredictable and unforgiving winter weather. We've seen everything from ice storms to a Snowpocalypse, but few storms have had the impact as the Northeastern Blizzard of 1978. Hurricane force winds, extreme tidal flooding, and over two feet of snow in less than two days. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they recap the damage, devastation, and aftermath of this historic storm. You'll hear some light-hearted insights about how Salem State College students weathered the blizzard, as well as some grim details about an oil spill and fatal rescue attempt off Salem's coast.  Blizzard Photo Slide Show - Salem News Photos: Looking back at the Blizzard of ‘78 "The Global Hope is Around": An Incident at Salem Sound by K.W. Mathews "Heroism in the Blizzard of 1978" by Micheal J. Tougias . YOUTUBE - Loss of Pilot Boat "Can Do", Blizzard of 1978 off Salem, Mass. Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered Tours  www.salemuncoveredtours.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Thu, February 06, 2025

145. Salem History: Leslie's Retreat (revisited)

Hide the cannons! Grab your muskets! It's the 250th anniversary of Leslie's Retreat and Salem's annual reenactment of this underrated Revolutionary War conflict is just weeks away! In 1774, the people of Salem took a stand against Colonel Leslie and his 200 British troops. Although no shot was fired, some say February 26th marked the real start of the War for Independence. To commemorate the anniversary, Salem is hosting an array of lectures, programs, and even a "Revolution Ball" at Hamilton Hall! So before we take you back to Episode 52 to brush up on the history, let's chat details about what Salem has in store for this momentous occasion. Perhaps Revolutionary War reenactments aren't your thing! Don't fret! We'll also be covering updates about the upcoming Vampire Salons.  https://www.salem400.org/leslies-retreat/ https://www.revolution250.org/ www.vampfangs.com https://salemmainstreets.org/festivals/salem-so-sweet/   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered Tours  www.salemuncoveredtours.com     Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE  

Tue, January 28, 2025

144. Laurie Cabot (part 4)

Four parts! Our last and final episode on Laurie Cabot, the Official Witch of Salem. Someone who, by her very presence and actions, has changed the face of this city over the last fifty years. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they talk about some last-minute hidden stories about Laurie Cabot's past, and share some fun listener insights with you as well!  In Search Of... part 1 In Search Of... part 2 In Search Of... part 3 lauriecabot.com Godsmack "Voodoo" music Video "Witch City" documentary https://libguides.salemstate.edu/home/archives/blog/Laurie-Cabot https://enchantedlivingmagazine.com/a-salem-legend/ https://people.com/archive/salems-official-witch-laurie-cabot-finds-grave-errors-in-eastwick-vol-27-no-26/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/lifestyle/1992/09/13/a-cauldron-of-controversy/1bd6dd24-602c-4f20-b273-4a9a0acb2cb9/   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered Tours  www.salemuncoveredtours.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Thu, January 23, 2025

143. Laurie Cabot (part 3)

And we're back to talk about Laurie Cabot, Salem's *unofficial* Official Witch for the last time (maybe)! We've got her sensational mayoral run to cover, the tercentenary of the Salem Witch Trials, and of course, her help with the Martha Brailsford investigation. But what other nuggets could Sarah have uncovered this week? There's only one way to find out! https://www.lauriecabot.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9SSUQxGjZZ4 https://vimeo.com/store/ondemand/buy/278806   https://libguides.salemstate.edu/home/archives/blog/Laurie-Cabot https://enchantedlivingmagazine.com/a-salem-legend/ https://people.com/archive/salems-official-witch-laurie-cabot-finds-grave-errors-in-eastwick-vol-27-no-26/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/lifestyle/1992/09/13/a-cauldron-of-controversy/1bd6dd24-602c-4f20-b273-4a9a0acb2cb9/   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered Tours  www.salemuncoveredtours.com     Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Thu, January 16, 2025

142. Movie Review: "The Coming" (1981)

During our Laurie Cabot episodes, we learned that in 1981 she worked as “Technical Consultant” on a horror movie about witches that took place in... you guessed it... Salem! The Coming , later titled Burned at the Stake is a must-see for any Salem-lover. So join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, for another obscure movie review! Was it historically accurate? Did it represent Salem well? How did William Good time travel? And how do we feel about gooey, alien representations of evil? Watch on Youtube! IMDb - Burned at the Stake "Movie Director Now Believes in the Occult" (Lynn Daily Item, Nov. 1979)  Wikipedia - Burt I. Gordon Movies and Mania   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered Tours  www.salemuncoveredtours.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Thu, January 09, 2025

141. Laurie Cabot (part 2)

Welcome to the 1980’s! At least for this week's episode as we continue with the life and times of Laurie Cabot, "Official Witch of Salem.” Laurie continues to make headlines across the country and even appears in National Geographic. Magic baseball bats? Oil speculation? Mayoral controversy? And why did she protest the filming of the movie The Witches of Eastwick?  Laurie Cabot Official Youtube Channel "Laurie Cabot: The Witch of Salem," Real People interview by George Schlatter - Youtube "2 Witches Explain the Misconceptions Faced by Their Community" The Opera Winfrey Network, OWN - Youtube "New England Legends Extra" - Jeff Belanger Interview with Laurie Cabot (2017) - Youtube "Laurie Cabot" by Jenn Ratliff, Salem State University (2022) "Laurie Cabot On Turning Witch City Around" by Laura Miller, Enchanted Magazine (2017) "Salem's Official Witch, Laurie Cabot, Finds Grave Errors in Eastwick" by Cable Neuhaus, People Magazine (1987) "Dukakis makes big move for witch vote in '78" Lynn Daily Item (18 May 1977): 48 "Salem Witch Sees Strike Settlement" Lynn Daily Item (8 July 1981): 17 "The Happy Witch of Salem" The Plain Dealer (26 July 1981): 190 "Strutting at the Witches Ball" Lynn Daily Item (2 Nov 1982): 23 "Witch Curses Radio Station"  Lynn Daily Item  (17 Aug 1983): 11 "Witches Protest Making Film in Bay State" The Day (5 June 1986): 17 Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered Tours  www.salemuncoveredtours.com     Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Thu, January 02, 2025

140. Laurie Cabot (part 1)

No, victims of the 1692 Salem Witch Trials were not actual witches. But fast forward three centuries and you'll find the city is home to more than 5,000 practicing witches. Only one of them, however, can claim the title "Official Witch of Salem." Her name is Laurie Cabot and she helped create the Witch Mecca you see today. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they delve into the life of this incredible woman - which is ongoing by the way (Laurie is turning 92 this year). When did her abilities begin? How did she end up in Salem? Would you have jumped at the chance to take after-school witchcraft classes at her house in the 1970s?  https://www.youtube.com/@LaurieCabotOfficial/featured https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZY_MvfQwhxo https://libguides.salemstate.edu/home/archives/blog/Laurie-Cabot https://enchantedlivingmagazine.com/a-salem-legend/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/lifestyle/1992/09/13/a-cauldron-of-controversy/1bd6dd24-602c-4f20-b273-4a9a0acb2cb9/ 1973. Linton Daily Citizen . June 21: 1 1973. "Witches." The Boston Globe . Aug 19: 375. 1974. "Come Set A Spell." Tucson Citizen . Oct 31: 1. 1976. "3 Bloop Hits." The Day . New London, CT. May 13: 25. Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered Tours  www.salemuncoveredtours.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, December 24, 2024

139. Christmas in Salem

Happy Holidays everyone!

Wed, December 18, 2024

138. Witch Trials: Samuel Wardwell (part 2)

Last episode we talked about Samuel Wardwell's life leading up to 1692. Now we must move on to his confession and fate. Where did he receive his unholy baptism? Did this man in black really subvert the whole family and lay with his daughter? Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they ponder if Goodman Wardwell really could predict the future. Or maybe he just possessed a good nature and jovial sense of humor. https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/tag/wardwell_samuel.html https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/lydia-wardell-protest-or-the-naked-quaker/ Richard Hite, In the Shadow of Salem: The Andover Witch Hunt of 1692 Robert Calef, More Wonders of the Invisible World or The Wonders of the Invisible World Displayed in Five Parts Emerson Baker, A Storm of Witchcraft: The Salem Trials and the American Experience Boyer and Nissenbaum, Salem-Village Witchcraft: A documentary record of local conflict in colonial New England   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered Tours  www.salemuncoveredtours.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours  www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Wed, December 11, 2024

137. Witch Trials: Samuel Wardwell (part 1)

On September 22, 1692 the last eight individuals executed for the crime of witchcraft were hanged in the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Among them was the only confessed witch (later recanted) and self-proclaimed fortune teller, Samuel Wardwell of Andover. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides as they trace the early life of this Puritan raised by Quakers, and how that may have influenced how and why he was accused of being a Witch. **trigger warning: miscarriages https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/tag/wardwell_samuel.html https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/lydia-wardell-protest-or-the-naked-quaker/ Richard Hite, In the Shadow of Salem: The Andover Witch Hunt of 1692 Robert Calef, More Wonders of the Invisible World or The Wonders of the Invisible World Displayed in Five Parts Emerson Baker, A Storm of Witchcraft: The Salem Trials and the American Experience Boyer and Nissenbaum, Salem-Village Witchcraft: A documentary record of local conflict in colonial New England   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered Tours  www.salemuncoveredtours.com     Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Thu, December 05, 2024

136. Salem History: Captain Richard More, Mayflower Passenger

First-Comer? Saint? Pilgrim? Old Planter? These were all names given to the original Mayflower passengers, only half survived the first winter and made it to the “First Thanksgiving.” Among them was a young bastard boy, taken from his mother and shipped across the Atlantic. His name was Richard More and he would eventually make his way to Salem. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they talk about the second-to-last Mayflower Pilgrim left standing and the only one with a headstone from the time of death. He was a ship captain, a father, a tavern owner, and a husband to three wives. This bastard was no saint, for he was quite the trouble-maker as well. https://visit.archives.gov/whats-on/explore-exhibits/thanksgiving-historical-perspectives#:~:text=A%20Harvest%20Celebration,back%20then%20used%20that%20term https://plimoth.org/for-students/homework-help/who-were-the-pilgrims#:~:text='Pilgrim'%20became%20 https://mayflower.americanancestors.org/richard-more-biography David Lindsay, Mayflower Bastard: A Stranger amongst the Pilgrims Daniel Fury, If These Stones Could Speak: The History and People of the Old Salem Burying Point   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered Tours  www.salemuncoveredtours.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com

Wed, November 27, 2024

135. Interview: Tim McGuire, Owner of Salem Night Tour

Some of us come to Salem willingly, some of us are drawn to the city magically. After talking to this week's guest, we can confidently put him in the latter category. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides as they talk with fellow tour guide, Tim Maguire. Tim is the owner of Salem Night Tour, Wynotts Wands, and The Halloween Museum! We were lucky enough to chat with him about his adventures in Salem… Was he really in a O.K. Corral style gunfight? Was he cursed or blessed by a strange man with a wand? And what spirits from Salem's past haunt him? https://www.salemghosttours.com/ http://www.wynottswands.com/ https://www.halloweenmuseumsalem.com/ https://www.tourofthefreedomtrail.com/   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncoveredtours.com     Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Wed, November 20, 2024

134. Moll Pitcher, Famed Fortune-Teller of Lynn

She could tell you how your ship would fare at sea. And details of your distant betrothed. She prophesied the outcome of the American Revolution and George Washington's lasting legacy. Born 100 years earlier and her neighbors probably would have hanged her in 1692. But Moll Pitcher was no witch, and she didn't much like the title 'fortune-teller' either. Buckle up friends, we're heading back to the 18th Century and spending most of this episode balancing truth with legend. And to think, it all started with a spoon... History of Essex County (1888) Moll Pitcher's Prophecies (1895) "The Wizarding Family of Marblehead" Marblehead Current "The Magician of Marblehead" YankeeXpress "Historical Building of the Week: A House of Many Names" Marblehead Weekly News "Moll Pitcher - Famous Fortune Teller of Massachusetts" Legends of America Moll Pitcher: A Poem by John Greenleaf Whittier (1832) Moll Pitcher Souvenir Spoon - eBay (ps. I got mine for a fraction of this so wait for a cheaper one to hit the market!)   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours  www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJ

Tue, November 12, 2024

133. Goodbye October 2024 (from the streets)

Hello November... again! Sarah and Jeffrey, your hosts and favorite Salem tour guides, aren't the only Salemites recovering from busy season. So we took to the streets, found some of our friends, and asked them how their October went. So who did we bump into?   Mandy from Nocturne www.nocturne.com   Landon, owner of Lucipurr www.northeastanimalshelter.com   Ben, Co-Owner of VampFangs www.vampfangs.com Rory Raven, Tour Guide and Author https://www.roryobrienbooks.com/   Jonathan from Count Oroloks www.nightmaregaller.com   Christian, Co-Owner of Diehl Marcus & Co www.diehlmarcus.com   Taz, Manager of Bit Bar www.bitbar.com   Ally DF, Tour Guide and Comedian @delfrancoyaknow   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com

Tue, November 05, 2024

132. Goodbye October 2024

Welcome to October! We're already a full week into spooky season here in Salem and the crowds and candy rivers are flowinggg! Its time again to join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they watch (and review) the annual Haunted Happenings Parade! What sort of floats will we see this year? Who will we see? Best dressed? Have you come to Salem for the parade before? Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com     Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Wed, October 30, 2024

131. History of Halloween

Tue, October 22, 2024

130. Interview: PJ Maguire, Green Man of Salem

For the folks of 17th-century Salem, the word WITCH could mean a death sentence. Three centuries later, the city has become a safe haven for modern pagan communities. Recent estimates put the city's witch population around 5,000. But what does it mean to be a witch in Salem today? Join Sarah and Jeffrey for a chat with PJ Maguire, aka the Green Man of Salem. You've probably crossed paths with this well-known Salemite at Crow Haven Corner, the oldest witch shop in town. https://www.crowhavencorner.com   PS. Please keep the Lilley family in your thoughts. Jeffrey and his family suffered a great loss this October. Hug your loved ones tight.   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com

Tue, October 15, 2024

129. Salem History: The Murder of Henry McMahon

Buckle up y'all because Sarah's taking us back to July 1922 for another true crime episode. Of all the Salem murders that we've covered, the brutal killing of 12-year-old Henry McMahon may be the worst. Thankfully, we've got some fascinating connections and wild historical details to break up the sad . Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a deep dive into this century's old crime that shook Salem to its core.   **Trigger Warning** this one is probably not for kiddos.   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com

Tue, October 08, 2024

128. Happy Haunted Happenings

Join us street-side for the 2024 Haunted Happenings Grand Parade! https://itsjustabunchahalloween.com/

Tue, October 01, 2024

127. Interview: George Schwartz, PEM's Curator-at-Large

Do the spirits return? A question as old as the ages, and the focus of the new exhibit at the PEM, Conjuring the Spirit World: Art, Magic, and Mediums. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides as they get to sit down with Curator-at-Large Dr. George Schwartz, the mind behind the magic. Where did the idea for the exhibit come from? How did all the pieces come together? Does he think the spirits return?   https://www.pem.org/exhibitions/conjuring-the-spirit-world-art-magic-and-mediums https://www.pem.org/about-pem/curators/george-schwartz-curator-at-large Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, September 24, 2024

126. Witch Trials: Andover

Did you know there are more people accused of witchcraft in Andover than in Salem during the 1692 trials? Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they travel 18 miles from Salem to this northern Massachusetts town. To the home to Martha Carrier, the Queen of Hell. But what else made Andover a hot spot for accusations? Was it church politics? Smallpox outbreaks? Or perhaps bringing the afflicted girls through town to investigate?   In the Shadow of Salem: The Andover Witch Hunt of 1692  by Richard Hite The Salem Witch Trials  by Marilynne K. Roach "Andover Bewitched" Historybuzz https://www.wmur.com/article/salem-witch-cleared-thanks-to-eighth-grade-teacher-students/40825018 https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/welcome-to-andover/ https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/john-ballard-home-site-of/ https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/search/?terms=andover&year=&month=&day= https://andoverma.gov/ https://andoverhistorical.org/history-witch-hysteria   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com  

Tue, September 17, 2024

125. Interview: Dr. Kurt Steinberg, Chief Operating Officer of the PEM

The Peabody Essex Museum, or PEM, has stood as a pillar institution in Salem for 225 years. We were lucky enough to sit down and chat with Dr. Kurt Steinburg, the new COO of the PEM. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they learn about the inner workings on how things operate at the PEM. What does it take to facilitate a historic collection that spans more than two centuries? How are they moving forward within Salem's history and being that pillar of the community? We've also got a new answer to our favorite question: "Who is your favorite witch or wizard?" Also, be sure to stay tuned till the very end! We have a special walkthrough with your hosts of the new exhibit, Conjuring the Spirit World: Art, Magic, and Mediums..   www.pem.org https://www.pem.org/about-pem/leadership-at-pem/kurt-t-steinberg-ed-d https://www.pem.org/exhibitions/conjuring-the-spirit-world-art-magic-and-mediums   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, September 10, 2024

124. Witch Trials: Martha Carrier

On August 19th, 1692 Salem saw its third round of executions. Four men and one woman were hanged that day -- a group so sensational that Cotton Mather himself attended their last moments. He had to see the Queen of Hell for himself. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they talk about Martha Carrier, the first person to be accused from Andover, a town that saw more accusations than any other.   Salem Witch Museum - "Thomas and Martha Carrier / Widow Allen Home, Site of" Salem Witch Museum - "Martha and Thomas Carrier: A Love Story" Salem Witch Trials Documentary Archive and Transcription Project History of Massachusetts - "The Witchcraft Trial of Martha Carrier" Wikitree - Thomas Carrier "A Witch Trial Victim's Family Reunion" - Gloucester Times Witchcraft Poems: Salem 1692. Roslyn, N.Y.: Stone House Press, 1988 In the Shadow of Salem: The Andover Witch-hunt of 1692 by Richard Hite Wonders of the Invisible World by Cotton Mather The Salem Witch Trials by Marilynne K. Roach Salem Village Witchcraft by Boyer and Nissenbaum   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours  www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com     Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, August 13, 2024

123. Interview: Hope Hitchcock, Owner of Witch Pix

Who doesn't love playing dress up? If you haven't been to Witch Pix, then you’re missing out on one of the best activities to do in the Witch City! Join your favorite Salem tour guides for a chat with Hope Hitchcock, the ingenious mind behind WitchPix. Transform into a witch, wizard, pirate, or fur-clad viking and get your picture taken in one of several immersive sets. Bring your friends, bring your family, or even bring your cat, and capture the magic that is Salem.  https://www.witchpix.com/   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, August 06, 2024

122. Salem History: Lafayette's Visit

In 1824, Revolutionary War hero, Marquis de Lafayette visited Salem while making on grand tour of the United States. The streets were lined flower-covered arches and thousands of people eager to catch a glimpse of the the famed frenchman. Join Jeffery and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they cover some of Lafayette's backstory his extravagant trip to Witch City. https://www.mountvernon.org/library/digitalhistory/digital-encyclopedia/article/marquis-de-lafayette https://streetsofsalem.com/2020/08/31/lafayette-fangirls/ https://www.lafayetteinamerica.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Lafayette-in-Salem.pdf https://www.hamiltonhall.org/remond   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com     Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, July 30, 2024

121. PEM: New Salem Witch Trials Exhibit

Long have we waited for a permanent exhibition on the Salem Witch Trials. After three temporary exhibits in as many years, the Peabody Essex Museum has answered. So we went to check it out! Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they chat about this "new" exhibit. P.S. does anyone have a Nick Cage connection? https://www.pem.org/exhibitions/the-salem-witch-trials-1692 Vampire Ball Playbill   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours  www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, July 23, 2024

120. Witch Trials: Mary & Philip English (part 2)

Last episode we left off with Phillip and Mary English fleeing the persecution of the Witch Trials to the safety of New York City. So what happens next? Well they come back to Salem, once the trials are over of course. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides as they round out the rest of the English's lives. How does Mary die? Does Phillip regain his fortune? What's the story, the myths and legend, surrounding the death of Sheriff Corwin? And of course what is Phillips' lasting legacy on Puritan, and modern Salem?   https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/tag/english_phillip.html https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/people/english.html https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/philip-and-mary-english-home-site-of/ https://historyofmassachusetts.org/philip-english-salem/ Salem Possessed by Boyer and Nissenbaum The Salem Witch Trials: A Day by Day Chronicle of a Community Under Siege by Marilynne K. Roach Six Women of Salem by Marilynne K. Roach   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com     Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, July 16, 2024

119. Witch Trials: Mary & Philip English

When it comes to the Salem Witch Trials, no one was safe from accusations... even the richest people in town! A resident of Salem for more than twenty years, Philip English was still very much an outsider in their eyes. He was an immigrant, a merchant, an Anglican, and by 1692, this native French speaker was dripping in wealth and opulence. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they discuss who the Englishes were, how Mary scoffed at her arrest, how Phillip ran from Salem, and where they fled to escape the hangman's noose.   https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/tag/english_phillip.html   https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/people/english.html   https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/philip-and-mary-english-home-site-of/   https://historyofmassachusetts.org/philip-english-salem/   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jersey     Case files referencing Phillip English - New Salem - Pelican Salem Possessed by Boyer and Nissenbaum The Salem Witch Trials: A Day by Day Chronicle of a Community Under Siege ; Six Women of Salem  by Marilynne K. Roach Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered www.salemuncovered.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces  License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, July 09, 2024

118. Salem History: The Ropes Mansion (part 2)

Last week we chatted about the historic Ropes Mansion...but there's more to share! In part 2 we'll share some ghost stories, talk about the gardens, and highlight fun details from when we visited the property! Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they keep exploring the Ropes Mansion. Listen closely to learn about ghostly fires, a Hocus Pocus easter egg, and what inspired Sarah's new spoon obsession! Ropes Mansion (Boston Globe, 1890) Ropes Botanical Garden (Lynn Daily Item, 1912) Stafford Family (Boston Globe, 1977) https://www.pem.org/blog/beyond-words-pems-garden-team-shares-excitement-over-new-arboretum-certification https://www.pem.org/historic-houses/ropes-mansion https://historyofmassachusetts.org/ropes-mansion-salem/ https://lostnewengland.com/2019/02/ropes-mansion-salem-mass/   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, July 02, 2024

117. Salem History: The Ropes Mansion

The beautiful Ropes Mansion is one of the most famous buildings in Salem, likely because it was used as the exterior of Allison's House in Hocus Pocus. But don't be fooled by Hollywood, it easily stands on its own with its beautiful Georgian Colonial architecture and iconic white fence. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they chat about this wonderful historic house. Let's get into who built it, exactly how many Nathanial’s lived there (loyalist or otherwise), and why it went from the home of three elderly sisters to the museum it is today, and maybe try to figure out exactly how many people died inside.   https://www.pem.org/historic-houses/ropes-mansion https://historyofmassachusetts.org/ropes-mansion-salem/ https://lostnewengland.com/2019/02/ropes-mansion-salem-mass/ Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, June 25, 2024

116. Ingersoll's Tavern

In 1692, Salem Village (now modern day Danvers), was ground zero for what was to become the Salem Witch Trials. We have covered many locations in Danvers, but have yet to talk about Ingersoll's Ordinary, so let's change that. Learn who Nathaniel Ingersoll was and why his Ordinary was and still is important! We also chat which of the accused were held and questioned there, who's specters were seen, and of course, try to figure out what an Ordinary even is!   https://wbsm.com/salem-witch-trials-danvers-ingersolls-tavern-save/ https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/ingersolls-ordinary/ https://spectersofsalemvillage.com/2019/01/05/ingersolls-tavern-anything-but-ordinary/   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, June 18, 2024

115. Living History on the Wharf

It's the 250th anniversary of General Gage moving the capital of Massachusetts from Boston to Salem! To mark the occasion, there was a slew of reenactors down on Derby Wharf so went to chat with some of them! Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they talk to people from 1774 about the situation in Salem. You'll hear from soldiers about their uniforms, from a milliner about her hat business, and even from General Gage himself!   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com

Tue, June 11, 2024

114. Movie Review: Love At Stake (1987)

Somehow, someway, this magical treasure has flown under our radars...until now! Back in 1987, the world was blessed with a “Monty Python-esque” surreal comedy about the Salem Witch Trials. Well, sort of. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they watch and review this absolute gem. You want slap-stick? Edible chastity belts? Erotic baked goods? Adultery? Political intrigue? Magic? Flogging? Songs about… cats? You’re in for a wild broomstick ride. Love At Stake - (1987) with Bud Cort Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com

Tue, June 04, 2024

113. Interview: Miz Diamond Wigfall

Happy PRIDE! In celebration of this month, we sat down with Salem's most famous Drag Queen: Miz Diamond Wigfall, the famous mistress behind and (in front of) the Salem Drag scene. Join Jeffrey, Sarah, and Miz Diamond as they talk origin stories, the importance of Drag as art, and what kind of inspiration goes into a Lisa-Frank-dumpster-fire!   @mizdiamondwingfall https://linktr.ee/Mizdiamondwigfall Miz.DiamondWingall@gmail.com https://www.gulugulucafe.com/events   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, May 28, 2024

112. Death in Salem: LIVE SHOW at Hallowed Ground

We are LIVE! Or we were... last week! Our third LIVE show kicked off at Hallowed Ground in Salem where we talked about death . Specifically, how the Puritans experienced and viewed the "debt that all men pay."  Join us for our dive into strange post-mortem colonial rituals and learn what the word "de-skeletonization" means! A big thank you to  Hallowed Ground  for hosting! You can catch a splendid interview with Bar Manager, Sean Powers at the beginning of the episode.    Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, May 21, 2024

111: Witch Trials: Susannah Martin (part 2)

In part one we covered Susannah Martin's life leading up to the Witch Trials. Now, let's take a close look at the evidence brought up against her and the legacy she left behind. We've got so much to cover here... her apparent distain towards cattle, the sheer number of witnesses, nightly visits, and a whole lot of puppies. Buckle up for some of the most outrageous testimonies we've covered! "Susannah Martin" by Touchstone https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/tag/martin_susannah.html Ingersoll's Ordinary Current State & Controversy Joseph Ring article The Wonders of The Invisible World - Cotton MatherThe Salem Witch Trials - Marilynne K. Roach Records of the Salem Witch Trials - Bernard Rosenthall   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, May 14, 2024

110. Interview: Ryan and Matthew Murray of Black Veil Tattoo

Have you been to the Black Veil Shoppe of Drear and Wonder? Perhaps you've been lucky enough to get tattooed by its famous proprietors? Either way, you probably know of Salem's favorite and most elusive identical twins: Ryan and Matthew Murray. Join Sarah and Jeffrey as they get to know the Murray brothers on their first ever podcast appearance to talk art, inspiration, the Night Faire, and fond childhood memories of eating squishy eyeballs.   https://www.blackveilstudio.com/ @blackveiltattoo    Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, May 07, 2024

109. Witch Trials: Susannah Martin (part 1)

It's been a while since we talked about one of the innocent victims of the Salem Witch Trials, so let's get back to it, with Susannah Martin, part one. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guide as they walk the life of the 71 year old widow from Amsbury. Lets chat about her accusations of a witch nearly two decades before 1962, how her step-mother was the primary receivership of her fathers will and was having so many kids really a good thing? LIVE SHOW - MAY 21st https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/tag/martin_susannah.html https://historyofmassachusetts.org/susannah-martin-accused-witch-from-salisbury/ The Devil in the Shape of a Woman - Carol F. Karlson The Wonders of The Invisible World - Cotton Mather The Salem Witch Trials - Marilynne K. Roach Records of the Salem Witch Trials - Bernard Rosenthall   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, April 30, 2024

108. The Murder of Frances Cochran

Who loves true crime? You love true crime! And so does Sarah. This week, we head back to 1941 and discover what happened to Frances Cochran, a 19-year-old girl of Lynn, Massachusetts. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as Sarah takes us through this true crime mystery. We don't want to give anything away, but this one falls squarely in the unsolved mysteries category. "The Murder and Myth of Frances Cochran" Lynn Daily Item Interview Google Books - Scream on the Water Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, April 23, 2024

107. "Salem Witch Trials" 2003 Miniseries

Look out Arthur Miller! You want historical accuracy? Cohesive storytelling? Solid early 2000’s made-for-TV acting? Did we mention the best depiction of the Salem Witch Trials in a visual media we've ever seen? Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they review this gem of an interpretation! Perhaps inspired by the pardons issued in 2001, this depiction of the trials is a real treat. We share our thoughts, reactions, concerns--and of course--how many witch hats we awarded the flick! TW: stillbirth & sexual assault Watch on Amazon Prime Wikipedia page "Salem Witch Trials" IMDb Rotten Tomatoes Playbill.com John Buxton Find-A-Grave Salem Eclipse 2079 Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours  www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, April 16, 2024

106. Elizabeth Lines, Titanic Survivor

Yes, you read that right! Let's take a deep dive to the Titanic . This week Jeffrey and Sarah were joined by special guest L.A. Beadles, host of Unsinkable, the Titanic Podcast. Both our subjects sit at the crossroads of dark history and collective tragedy. But the real question you're probably wondering is, "how on earth could Salem and the Titanic  be linked?! https://www.unsinkablepod.com/ @unsinkablepod https://www.encyclopedia-titanica.org/titanic-survivor/mary-conover-lines.html https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/8127177/mary-conover-lines   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Wed, April 10, 2024

105. Witch Trials: Dropping 1692 Into History

We are often wrapped in the cloak of Salem, its history, its architecture, its vibe. But 1962 stands as the consummate marker of our history. But what else was going in the world at that time? What names might the puritans in Salem have heard? So join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides as they talk 1692. Do you think Increase Mather ever saw a Shakespeare play? Did the judges have discussions about Isaac Newton and theories of gravity or planetary motion? Did Betty Paras ever meet someone who signed the Declaration of Independence? It's all possible. And oh how fun it is to speculate! https://artsandculture.google.com/asset/een-schutter-die-een-berkenmeier-vasthoudt-bekend-als-%E2%80%98de-vrolijke-drinker%E2%80%99/EgGWR2aHD9M7aA?hl=en https://artsandculture.google.com/asset/de-luitspeler/YgEP1P72Atpeww?hl=en&ms=%7B%22x%22%3A0.5%2C%22y%22%3A0.5%2C%22z%22%3A8.880863533005725%2C%22size%22%3A%7B%22width%22%3A2.4897233260671765%2C%22height%22%3A1.2375036177357388%7D%7D https://www.wikiart.org/en/frans-hals/fruit-and-vegetable-seller-1630 https://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/SK-A-1718 https://www.paleisamsterdam.nl/en/ https://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/signers-factshee http://www.fm.coe.uh.edu/timeline/1600s.html#:~:text=William%20Shakespeare%20dies.&text=Start%20of%20the%20Thirty%20Years,three%20laws%20of%20planetary%20motion.&text=The%20first%20African%20slaves%20are%20brought%20to%20Jamestown . https://www.rembrandthuis.nl/en/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwq86wBhDiARIsAJhuphmrOaa0KzcQYzx9xVqesfHILFD9SWbAnrJtFyv-ircrjQZjNlrLaFoaAuHNEALw_wcB https://www.mayflower400uk.org/   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  <a href='https://s

Tue, April 02, 2024

104. The Groton "Witch"

Okay, but she wasn't actually accused of witchcraft, nor did she really accuse anyone of witchcraft. Was Elizabeth Knapp afflicted like Betty Paris and Abigail Williams? Absolutely. But why didn't her strange behavior lead to a witch hunt like the Puritan's would see in Salem twenty years later. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they talk about the so-called Groton “witch.”   "In Defense of Witches" https://www.grotonma.gov/ https://www.grotonherald.com/features/bloody-salem-witch-trials-might-have-been-held-groton-man https://history.hanover.edu/texts/Willard-Knap.html https://books.google.com/books?id=PDA5AQAAMAAJ&printsec=frontcover&source=gbs_ge_summary_r&cad=0#v=onepage&q&f=false https://www.asettledcommonwealth.com/houses https://www.womenhistoryblog.com/2008/03/elizabeth-knapp.html#google_vignette   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, March 26, 2024

103. Witch Trials: The Judges (part 3)

More Judgment! We’ve covered the Chief Justice and some lesser-known names. Today we wrap up our series with our final five: John Hawthorne, Jonathan Corwin, Waitstill Winthrop, Bartholomew Gedney, and Thomas Danforth. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they once again judge the judges .     Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours  www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, March 19, 2024

102. Interview: Salemopoly with Kim & Mike of Nocturne

Have you heard of Salemopoly? How about Nocturne? If you haven’t and you love Salem...maybe you’ve been living under a rock. So let’s change that! Join Sarah and Jeffrey as they sit down for a round of Salemopoly with Mike and Kim of Nocturne. We'll learn about how they met, what brought them to Salem, and some of the cool antiques they've found along the way. Oh gods, buckle up! We’ve got so much going on here! Let’s find out what the most valuable Salem properties are, who gets to buy the Witch House, and who will take home bragging rights!    Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours  www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, March 12, 2024

101. Witch Trials: The Judges (part 2)

Who else oversaw the Salem Witch Trials alongside Justice William Stoughton? There were in fact EIGHT other judges. So let's talk about them! This week we’re covering Samuel Seawall, Nathaniel Saltonstall, Peter Sargent, and John Richards. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they judge the judges . Where were they even from? How did they end up in these positions of power? Did they ever apologize?  And how on earth do you pronounce Seawall?!   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE!   www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours  www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, March 05, 2024

100. Interview: Sarah and Jeffrey, Salem the Podcast

Happy Centenary Episode! That's 100 episodes chock full of Salem history! For this episode we decided to put ourselves in the hot seat and brought back a fan favorite to take over the interviewing duties: Erik Rodenhiser (Owner of Gallows Hill Museum & Professor Spindlewink's World of Wizardry). Join Erik, your favorite Salem Grinch , for an interview with your favorite Salem tour guides. How did they meet? Who's their favorite witch or wizard? Any Salem horror stories to share? You’ll find out all this and more in episode 100!    Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE!   www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, February 27, 2024

99. Witch Trials: Chief Justice William Stoughton

When we talk about the Salem Witch Trials, we usually focus on the victims or the afflicted girls. But what about the JUDGES? So let's start our Judge Series at the top, with the Lieutenant Governor himself: William Stoughton. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they hash out the workings of Chief Justice Stoughton, how he landed the job, where he came from, and if he was as bad as we all think!    Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, February 20, 2024

98. Other Salems

Salem. Salem? Salem! Salem… SALEM. We all know and love Salem (Massachusetts), and while we may be the most famous, we aren't the oldest, or the biggest, or the smallest. There’s so many other Salems out there. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem (Massachusetts) tour guides, as they learn a bit about all the other Salems out there. Do you know which states have a Salem? Follow along and take Sarah's test with Jeffrey and see how many you can get!   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, February 13, 2024

97. Salem Love Nuggets Vol. II

It's that time of year again! We know so many of you love Salem, have found love in Salem, have gotten married here (or divorced here), found romance (or maybe lost it). Or perhaps you found a real love for yourself in our strange little harbor city. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides as they read tales of romance from YOU, our listeners. These are your Salem love stories!    Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Sun, February 11, 2024

96. Salem History: Danvers State Hospital (part 3)

Is this the last episode on Danvers State? Only time will tell! In this final(?) installment, we'll talk about exploring abandoned buildings, fires, and what's happened to those buried on the property. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a chat about the downfall of this historic structure and what remains there today.  https://www.danversstatehospital.org/ https://historyofmassachusetts.org/history-of-danvers-state-hospital/ https://www.danverslibrary.org/archive/danvers-state-hospital/ https://www.udr.com/boston-apartments/danvers/bradlee-danvers/ Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, February 06, 2024

95. Salem History: Danvers State Hospital (part 2)

Let's wander deeper into the halls of Danvers State Hospital with part two of our three-part series. Things get a bit darker this week as the history takes a turn for the worse with lobotomies, electroshock therapy, and a distinct lack of funds. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a chat about how the facility took a turn for the worse. But was Danvers State really as bad as we thought it to be? We also have a special little chat for you about an upcoming Broadway Play about Salem! Curious? So were we. Special thanks to Valentine and Caroline for your insight! danversstatehospital.org https://www.danversstatehospital.org/chronicles Annual Reports historyofmassachusetts.org https://www.danverslibrary.org/archive/danvers-state-hospital/ https://www.udr.com/boston-apartments/danvers/bradlee-danvers/ Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, January 30, 2024

94. Salem History: Danvers State Hospital (part 1)

It’s 2024 and WE ARE BACK!  Buckle up friends because we're heading just outside of modern-day Salem and over to Danvers (old Salem Village). Specifically, to Danvers State Hospital--once known as the State Lunatic Asylum at Danvers and now the Bradlee Danvers Apartments. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a chat about the land, the hospital, and its beautiful beginnings . Next week, we descend into madness! https://www.danversstatehospital.org/ https://historyofmassachusetts.org/history-of-danvers-state-hospital/ https://www.danverslibrary.org/archive/danvers-state-hospital/ https://www.udr.com/boston-apartments/danvers/bradlee-danvers/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opxWMOaetmo https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danvers_State_Hospital https://ghostlyactivities.com/danvers-state-hospital-hauntings/ https://www.festivalofthedead.com/media/03/oct03-dh-danversstate.html https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/1mr3or/looking_for_stories_about_danvers_state_hospital/ https://www.reddit.com/r/UnresolvedMysteries/comments/3vc634/the_death_of_sarah_eustace_in_danvers_state/   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours  www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces

Tue, December 19, 2023

Goodbye 2023

Tue, December 12, 2023

93. Holiday History and Pagan Roots

‘Tis the season! Or so we say... A season for celebrations and traditions, some of which date back thousands of years. Whether it's Christmas, Saturnalia, or Yule, all have ties to the Winter Solstice, the shortest day of the year and a sign of the sun's return. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they talk about Nordic gods, festivals of lights, Queen Victoria, and of course, the Puritans.    Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE!   www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, December 05, 2023

92. Witch Trials: The Putnams (part 2)

Let's jump back into the Putnam Problem. After discussing the differences between Salem Village and Salem Town, both religious and social, and some of the Putnam ancestry, now we get to talk about their direct involvement in the trials. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite tour guides, as they talk about Thomas and his 120 court documents; Ann and her own afflictions; and of course Ann Jr., who makes more accusations of witchcraft than anyone else. Salem Witch Museum Salem Witch Trials: Documentary Archive and Transcription Project Historyofmassachusetts.org Legends of America Wikipedia Ann Jr.'s Confession Wikitree Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, November 28, 2023

91. Witch Trials: The Putnams (part 1)

Welcome back to 1692. We're spending a couple weeks in Salem Village, with the Puritans who lived there. Specifically, the infamous Putnam family. Thomas Putnam Jr., Ann Sr., and Ann Jr. were responsible for more accusations of witchcraft than anyone else. It certainly seems like they had a bone to pick!   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours  www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, November 21, 2023

90. Salem History: The Salem Common

Our beloved Common is one of the many hearts and historic centers of Salem. From the first muster of what is now the National Guard over 350 years ago to the filming of Hocus Pocus just 30 years ago, this public space has been a central part of Salem's ever-evolving story since the city's founding. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a conversation about fences, musters, hot air balloons, and oddly enough, tigers! 1700 Salem, by James Duncan Phillips, 1933 . Based on research of Sydney Perley. Digitized map c/o the University of Virginia Library. Salem Public Library. "Salem Common." salem.gov. "Salem Common Fence Restoration." Preserving Salem. "Salem Common Historic District (Salem, Massachusetts). Wikipedia . "Salem Common in Salem, Massachusetts." Historyofmassachusetts.org. "'Pageant of Salem'" Will Have a Cast of 700 People." The Boston Globe . 04 September 1926. "Balloon Ascension from Salem." Boston Evening Transcript . 22 June 1872. "Running with the old masheen." Lynn Daily Item . 01 July 1903. "Roger Conant Statue Near Salem Common." The Lynn Daily Item . 24 May 1913. "Puritan as a tiger? Never!" The Boston Globe . 28 Dec 1906. www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch??  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE!   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, November 14, 2023

89. Special Interview: Bringing the Hocus Pocus Cast to Salem

This October, Salem had the pleasure of hosting four cast members from the original Hocus Pocus film, thirty years after it premiered. But how does one even go about bringing four high-profile individuals into Salem during its busiest season? Well, we've got the answer for you! It involved a lot of leg work, a lot of planning, and good old fashioned Salem community. Join Jeffrey and Sarah as they sit down with the organizers of “It's all just a Buncha Halloween” in Salem; John Andrews of the Creative Collective, Brian Sims of Salem's Black Hat Society, and the ringmaster of the event Joe Manganaro of The Horror Squad Podcast. https://creativecollectivema.com/ https://salemsblackhatsociety.org @thehorrorsquadpodcast The Horror Squad Podcast on Spotify The Horror Squad Podcast on Apple   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, November 07, 2023

88. Goodbye October 2023

And that, friends, is another October in the books! That's thirty-one days of spooky scary skeletons done and gone, leaving behind them a trail of tiny witch hats, empty bags of candy corn, and the most staggering October numbers the city has ever seen. Join your favorite (and very tired) Salem tour guides as they chat about the adventures and misadventures of everyone's favorite season in the Witch City.   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, October 31, 2023

87. Salem History: The Smiling Widow & The Kiss-and-Tell Cop

Happy Halloween! And welcome to part two of our true crime series. Sarah’s taking the reins on this one and bringing us back to the 1930s, when Fire Captain William Costello was found dead in his Peabody home. His wife Jessie quickly became the prime suspect and the sensational murder trial to follow took place right here in downtown Salem.  Coverage of the Costello trial, The Boston Globe , February - August 1933 McMahon, E. J. (1933). Uncensored testimony of the "cop" who kissed and told : Costello murder trial  Houghton Library, Harvard “The Smiling Widow: Jessie Costello” by Jen Ratcliff, Salem State University “The Murder Trial of the Century” Peabody Historical Society “The Festive Murder Trial of Jessie Costello” New England Historical Society Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, October 24, 2023

86. Interview with Omri Katz, Thora Birch, Vinessa Shaw, and Jason Marsden

Come little children, let us take thee away! Do we have a special treat for you. The kids from your favorite Halloween movie were back in the Witch City, some for the first time in 30 years. The cast had a blast while they were here, from signing autographs on the Common, to a party at Bit Bar. AND we were privileged enough to lead them on a walking tour to all the filming locations. Join Jeffrey and Sarah for a trip down memory lane as they chat with the Hocus Pocus cast about their time in Salem.   Interested in Salem The Podcast swag??  CLICK HERE! (PUMPKIN SPICY MERCH NOW AVAILABLE!)  Looking for more Salem content and want to support the Podcast? CLICK HERE!   www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours  www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours  www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, October 17, 2023

85. Salem History: The Boston Strangler

Ready for some true crime? It is history after all... We've got two cases for you! And with that, two episodes! Join your favorite Salem tour guides as they share with each other, and you, a true crime story each. Jeffrey's going first and covering the Boston Strangler - an infamous serial killer from Boston in the early 1960’s who is credited with 13 murders completed in the short span of 18 months. Who is the Strangler? Was he ever caught? Why did he kill? And how did it all end?   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boston_Strangler https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albert_DeSalvo https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Nassar https://www.theatlantic.com/projects/the-future-of-the-city/archive/2010/05/the-mad-strangler-of-boston/57108/ https://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=2229&dat=19620708&id=BAMzAAAAIBAJ&pg=1965,2258222 https://web.archive.org/web/20081222085607/http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,896645,00.html https://web.archive.org/web20230224202030/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-1992-09-30-9203290160-story.html https://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/12/us/dna-evidence-identified-in-boston-strangler-case.html https://web.archive.org/web20230224202030/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-1992-09-30-9203290160-story.html https://books.google.com/books?id=n0EEAAAAMBAJ&pg=PA16#v=onepage&q&f=false https://www.crimelibrary.org/serial_killers/notorious/boston/7.html https://www.salemnews.com/news/local_news/50-years-ago-boston-strangler-struck-in-salem/article_6205bfc2-e799-5101-9e4e-eb82afaa1d1f.html   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLIC

Tue, October 10, 2023

84. Hello October 2023

Well...it is October in Salem. And it's a wild one. We have seen so much out there on the streets that we’re bringing you some feedback and some tips and tricks. The traffic is insane and the lines wrap around buildings. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they bring you into the thick of it. We’ll talk about the parade, mayor's night out, and where you can escape from the madness that is the Witch City in October.   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, October 03, 2023

83. Interview: Thomas Vallor, Satanic Salem Walking Tours

It's October and the season is upon us! And what better way to start the Halloween season than with a fellow Salem tour guide. Tom is a staple of Salem's streets and runs the number-one-rated tour in the city: Satanic Salem Walking Tours . Join Sarah and Jeffrey as they sit down with Tom and talk about Satan, witchcraft, coffee, Puritans, and of course, the wild streets of Salem.  https://thesatanictemple.com/ https://www.satanictours.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@salemwitchwiles?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours  www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours  www.bewitchedtours.com

Tue, September 26, 2023

82. Salem History: Haunted Happenings

It's spooky season in the Witch City and we have a slew of Haunted Happenings for you. From parades and movie nights to concerts and costume balls, Salem comes alive during the fall season! But where did it all come from? Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite tour guides as they dive into the history of Salem's month-long October celebration: Haunted Happenings. We’ll talk pumpkin hot air balloons, the first Official Cat of Salem, and how some lucky winners scored a trip to Transylvania!   https://salemwitchmuseum.com/videos/history-of-haunted-happenings/   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours  www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, September 19, 2023

81. Witch Trials: Wilmot Redd

There was just one person accused of witchcraft from Marblehead, the small ocean town that rests just to the southeast of Salem. Her name was Wilmot Redd . Unfortunately very little is known about her and much of her life remains a mystery, but that won't stop us! Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides as they talk about what little we do know which includes some accusations, spoiled milk, strained bowel movements, and a stuck cart (none of which are connected oddly enough). WILMOT REDD on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4y1VYPeY2Wjcr3KbrpTz1P https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/n114.html Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch?!   CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours     Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, September 12, 2023

80. Salem History: The Parker Brothers

Clue. Sorry. Ping-Ping. Nerf. Rook. Ouija. And Monopoly! These are just a few of the classic games produced by the Parker Brothers right here in Salem during their 100+ year history. The company was founded by Salem native George Swinnerton Parker, who was later joined by his brothers, Charles and Edward. Join Jeffrey and Sarah as they talk about the game company that dominated the market for most of the 20th century, and how one of its best-selling board games saved Salem. https://www.museumofplay.org/blog/otherwise-parkerized-oral-histories-from-parker-brothers/ https://museumofplay.access.preservica.com/index.php?name=SO_1954e3a9-19c7-404e-89b6-46f8e125d289 https://www.pgpedia.com/p/parker-brothers https://web.archive.org/web/20090225174337/http://www.history.com/content/toys/inventors/parker-brothers https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/792/george-swinnerton-parker https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parker_Brothers   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, September 05, 2023

79. PEM Exhibit: Restoring Justice

The Peabody Essex Museum is the custodian of many artifacts and documents from the Salem Witch Trials. AND, they have a new exhibit! So you know we had to go and check it out. Join your favorite Salem tour guides to hear an overview and review of Restoring Justice. We’ll chat about some things we loved, some things we hated, and why it is so important to continue having these discussions.   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, August 29, 2023

78. Salem History: Chestnut Street

The streets of Salem are infamous; Essex, Derby, Washington, Hawthorne, Lafayette. They all have their charm, but none compare to Chestnut Street -- the oldest planned street in America, and often described as one of the most beautiful streets in the country. Join your favorite Salem tour guides for a stroll down Chestnut, past stunning Federalist architecture, stolen houses, forgotten churches, and the site of the annual Salem Christmas Ball.   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, August 22, 2023

77. Witch Trials: John Willard

On August 19th 1692, five more innocent victims were hanged in Salem for the crime of "Sundry Acts of Witchcraft." One of them was John Willard, former Constable of Salem. Having had a change of heart, he was now a target and on the run. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they talk about family rivalries, kidney infections, fisher cats, and that meddlesome Ann Putnam Jr (and her parents too).   https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/john-willard-home-site-of/ https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/n137.html https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/bray-wilkins-sr-home-site-of/ https://capecodwildlifecalling.com/fisher-cat-scream-what-does-a-fisher-cat-sound-like/   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, August 15, 2023

76. Interview: Captain Mike of the Schooner Fame

Have you ever sailed the waters of Salem aboard a replica of a nineteenth-century privateer vessel? If you haven't, you're missing out! In this episode, we are joined by Capt. Mike Rutstein of The Fame . ON The Fame . We’ll chat about where his inspiration came from, the War of 1812, privateering, and of course, sharks! https://schoonerfame.com/   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, August 08, 2023

75: Review of ”Mass Hysteria” (2019)

How did we overlook this gem of Salem pop culture?! Mass Hysteria  is a fun indie film set in Salem on Halloween night. Young historical reenactors find themselves at the center of a real-life witch hunt after a tourist mysteriously dies during a mock witch trial. So grab your popcorn and go watch this flick! Happy Spooky Season!   Watch Mass Hysteria for FREE on Tubi: https://tubitv.com/movies/668078/mass-hysteria   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE!   www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, August 01, 2023

74. Witch Trials: Sarah Good (part 2)

We return to our discussion of Witch Trials victim, Sarah Good. In part 1 we covered much of her life leading up to her arrest and trial. Now let's dive into the details of those accusations! Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they talk about strange spectors, dead cattle, pinching children, and the horrors and what being accused of witchcraft meant for Sarah Good and her daughters..    Presentation by Rachel Christ-Doane, Director of Education at the Salem Witch Museum: The Untold Story of Dorothy Good: A Tragic Life After the Salem Witch Trials   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, July 25, 2023

73. Witch Trials: Sarah Good

This week we are back in 1692 and talking about another victim of the Salem Witch Trials.  Sarah Good, a homeless woman with a newborn child and a four-year-old daughter. One of the first to be accused and arrested. The first to be questioned. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they discuss the complex and tragic life of a woman whose less-than-pleasant reputation may have been deserved, but whose fate never was.   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Bonus · Tue, July 18, 2023

Update: Just checking in!

We've got plenty in the works for the rest of this year. Listen for a little recap and news of what's to come!

Mon, July 17, 2023

72. LIVE SHOW: Oddities of the Peabody Essex Museum

LIVE from Diehl Marcus & Company on July 11th

Tue, July 04, 2023

71. Interview: Christian and Erika, Owners of Diehl Marcus & Company

Have you ever been to 11 Central Street, where the wonderful Diehl Marcus and Company is located? If not, you are certainly missing out! One of the finest stores in Salem, DM&Co harkens back to the Great Age of Sail with their antiques, teas, and candles. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they sit down with Christian and Erika, the owners of this fine establishment. You'll learn all about their adventures, creations, and what it means to follow your dreams! https://diehlmarcus.com/ @diehlmarcus  https://vampfangs.com/shop/vampire-salon-friday-september-8th/ TICKETS TO THE LIVE SHOW! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/oddities-and-burlesque-tickets-656911870087   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com

Tue, June 27, 2023

70. Witch Trials: Descendant Stories

Bonus · Wed, June 21, 2023

UPDATE: Live Show & Harvard Morgue Scandal

What's up guys?! We've got a little update for you! Listen to hear details about our upcoming live show and what we know about the trafficking of human remains from Harvard Morgue. CLICK HERE to buy tickets to our 2nd LIVE SHOW   For more info on the Harvard morgue scandal:  https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12195617/Harvard-Medical-School-morgue-manager-stole-heads-brains-skin-bones-donated-bodies.html https://www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/harvard-medical-school-morgue-manager-cedric-lodge-stolen-body-parts-sold-katrina-maclean/ https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/crime/mathew-lampi-harvard-stolen-body-parts-b2361129.html https://nypost.com/2023/06/18/ma-man-disgusted-by-wifes-remains-being-sold-in-harvard-morgue-scandal/

Tue, June 20, 2023

69. Witch Trials: Descendants (part 1)

We are all descended from someone. In fact, we are descended from thousands of people! The Salem Witch Trials took place over three centuries ago and today there are millions of people who can trace their lineage back to those involved; accused, executed, exonerated, and judges alike. Join Sarah and Jeffrey as they talk about some of the more famous descendants, as well as numbers, family trees, what a first cousin even is!   https://salemwitchmuseum.com/product/descendant-packet/ https://guides.bpl.org/salemwitchtrials/descendants https://newenglandhistoricalsociety.com/salem-witch-trial-descendants/ https://www.edrawmax.com/article/what-is-cousin-chart.html https://famouskin.com/famous-kin-menu.php?name=11991+george+burroughs   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, June 13, 2023

68. Interview: Scott and Karen of Tiki Hut Boats

We may not be in Salem's Great Age of Sail anymore, but that doesn't mean you can't go out and enjoy the harbor! And what better way to see Salem's coastline than on board a hand-made, locally owned and operated floating Tiki bar? Join Jeffrey and Sarah as they chat with Captain Scott and "Drink Mate" Karen about bringing their vision to life, doing what they love, and of course, Tiki.   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, June 06, 2023

67. The Scarlet Letter & The House of the Seven Gables

Book reports are due! Did Sarah and Jeffrey do their homework? Absolutely. Join us as Sarah covers Hawthorne's first major novel The Scarlet Letter  and Jeffrey covers The House of the Seven Gables. Let's talk about Hester Prynn, adultery, and puritanical laws; how people are burdened by the past and how the sins of the father are the problems we must deal with in the present. Both of these books, written over a century and a half ago, still have resounding themes even today.   The Scarlet Letter, Nathanial Hawthorne 1850 The House of the Seven Gables, Nathanial Hawthorne 1851   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours    www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, May 30, 2023

66. Salem History: Nathaniel Hawthorne

Sometimes called Salem's favorite son, Nathaniel Hawthorne remains one of Witch City's most famous residents. He was a novelist, a poet, and a short story writer. You might be familiar with The Scarlet Letter , but this week we take a look at the author behind the words. Join your favorite Salem tour guides, Jeffrey and Sarah, as they discuss everything from his birthday, to his mustache. Venture back to nineteenth-century Salem with us and discover how Hawthorne's life, lineage, and experiences influenced his most prolific writings.   https://historyofmassachusetts.org/nathaniel-hawthorne/ https://americanliterature.com/author/nathaniel-hawthorne/short-story/the-ghost-of-dr-harris https://www.themarginalian.org/2019/02/13/herman-melville-nathaniel-hawthorne-love-letters/ https://poets.org/poet/nathaniel-hawthorne https://www.biography.com/authors-writers/nathaniel-hawthorne https://www.history.com/news/10-things-you-may-not-know-about-nathaniel-hawthorne   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours   www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, May 23, 2023

65. Interview: David Moffat, The House of the Seven Gables

Perhaps one day we'll summon Caroline Emmerton from the grave... But until then, we got you the next best thing: David Moffat, Visitor Services Specialist at The House of the Seven Gables. David is a wealth of information about the site, the buildings, the history, and everything that goes with it. Join us for a fantastic history lesson inside one of the oldest buildings we've ever recorded in. We learned about everything from dendrochronology (using tree rings to date wood) to the secrets of the secret staircase.    Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey at Better Than Fiction Tours   www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, May 16, 2023

64. Salem History: Caroline Emmerton

There are very few individual people who have had as much of an impact on Salem as Caroline Emmerton. Philanthropist is the best word to describe her, but she did so much for Salem that it also falls short. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they weave through Caroline's life and talk about how she took the Turner-Ingersoll Mansion (aka House of Seven Gables), preserved its history, expanded its reach, and used the income generated to help Salem's immigrant communities.   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.co m Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, May 09, 2023

63. Witch Trials: Jail Deaths

Sarah Osbourne. Roger Toothaker. Mercy Good. Ann Foster. Lydia Dustin. Casualties of the Salem Witch Trials are traditionally taught as 19 hanged and 1 tortured to death. However, there were an additional 5 people who died in jail. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they unravel the stories of these individuals. A woman sitting on a land dispute, a man practicing folk magic, an infant child, a confessed witch, and a woman found innocent. Together they form a striking picture of what was happening in New England in 1692.   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.co m   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, May 02, 2023

62. ”Dead Hot” Review

Vanessa Hudgens recently premiered her documentary on witchcraft and the paranormal. Her and her friend, GG Magree, embarked on a journey to Salem, Massachusetts where they did a bit of ghost hunting at Turners and Bunghole, got some lessons in witchcraft from practitioners at Pentagram and Ascend, and so much more. We just had to watch! Join your favorite Salem tour guides Jeffrey and Sarah as they share their thoughts on the show, how it ties into Salem, why Sarah wants to go ghost hunting, and where on earth that scene of the friendship came from. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt22525076/ https://tubitv.com/movies/100000747/dead-hot   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content?  CLICK HERE!   www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, April 25, 2023

61. Salem History: Charlotte Forten

Salem is a wildly diverse city, with a historical pattern that is just as complex. Our little coastal new england city so often reflects the larger goings on in the country. Salem 1854:  Charlotte Forten, born and raised in Philadelphia, became the first African American student at the Higginson Grammar School for Girls in Salem. She went on become the first African American to graduate from what is now Salem State University. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they talk about the incredible life of abolitionist, poet, nurse, and teacher, Charlotte Forten, and her ties to Salem.   https://www.salemstate.edu/charlotte-forten https://www.pbs.org/onlyateacher/charlotte.html https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/52446/charles-sumner https://wams.nyhistory.org/a-nation-divided/antebellum/salem-anti-slavery-society/# https://www.americanyawp.com/reader/the-sectional-crisis/charlotte-forten-complains-of-racism-in-the-north-1855/#:~:text=June%202%2C%201854   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content?  CLICK HERE!   www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.co m   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, April 18, 2023

60. Witch Trials: Sir Govna Phips

As the first appointed Royal Governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony, Sir William Phips is integral to the complicated story that is the Salem Witch Trials. He forms the famous Court of Oyer and Terminer, and 7 months later he's the one to dissolve it and make all spectral evidence illegal. Was it too little too late? Could he have gone against the will of the people? Join your favorite Salem tour guides, Jeffrey and Sarah, as they try to get to the bottom of who exactly this knighted treasure hunter from small town Maine was.   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, April 11, 2023

59: Interview: Kelly Homan, Owner of Red’s Sandwich Shop

Rounding out our historic location/restaurant trilogy, we decided to go to one of the most iconic places in Salem: Red’s Sandwich Shop! Coffee in hand, we sat down INSIDE historic Red’s with one of the new owners, Kelly Homan. A Salem native who grew up near Gallows Hill, Kelly went from hostess to owner in just 10 years. Join your favorite Salem tour guides Sarah and Jeffrey as they talk coffee, history, and a restaurant loved by not only Salem locals, but visitors too!  https://redsinsalem.com/   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content?  CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey   www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah  www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, April 04, 2023

58. Salem History: Town House Square

(AKA the First Church, Daniel Low & Co., and Rockafellas) Get your mystery shots ready because we're diving into the history of Town House Square! We've got witch trials, Revolution, retail, death, hauntings, tunnels, and so much more. Was it the Blue Lady, or perhaps just Daniel Low in his blue suit?! This location is absolutely drenched in history. Join your favorite local tour guides as they explore the history of this cornerstone of Salem.

Tue, March 28, 2023

57. Salem History: Lyceum Hall

If you ask where the best seafood restaurant in Salem is, most people will say Turner's without hesitation. But, like so many things in this town, there is more to a place than meets the eye. From 1830 to 1894 this was home to the Salem Lyceum Hall. Like the thousands of lyceums across the country, Salem's was used to provide education and "rational entertainment!" Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a lecture on this historic lecture hall. We discuss the Lyceum's origins, the voices that filled its halls, and even why some people believe it to be haunted!   Salem State University - Historical Sketch of the Salem Lyceum Salem State University - Alexander Graham Bell In Salem salemweb.com  - Of Lectures and Lyceums by Jim McAllister Lyceum Movement   Atlas Obscura   Blackpast.org - "Female Anti-Slavery Society, Salem, Massachusetts" "Salem Lyceum to Wind Up Its Affairs" Boston Evening Transcript , January 26, 1898 "Salem Lyceum"  New England Farmer,  January 1, 1836 "The Salem Lyceum"  The Boston Globe,  March 9, 1879 "Wm. W. Brown: A Fugitive Slave"  The Liberator,  July 18, 1848. "Salem Lyceum"  The Liberator,  November 25, 1864.   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE!   www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM: @salemthepod Email:  hello@salemthepodcast.com Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Thu, March 23, 2023

56. Prohibition in Salem - LIVE from FFTT

This one's a little different... This week's episode was recorded LIVE at Far From the Tree in Salem. Thank you to our hosts and to all the listeners who joined us that evening. So, are you dry or wet ? Do you know what the 18th Amendment entailed? What do you know about prohibition, rum-running, bootlegging, speakeasies, and the wild ride that was the roaring 20s? Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, on their first live show as they talk about prohibition in Salem (while drinking Haunted Pepper Cider).   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   Want to help support the podcast? Looking for more content? Check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=74253598   www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, March 14, 2023

55. Our First Birthday!

Huzzah! Has it really been a year? 55 EPISODES (and then some). Over 300 years, witch trials, local interviews, woodcarvers, merchants, millionaires, elephants, witches, lobsters, murderers, cemeteries, and of course, haunted pepper! It has been a wonderful and wild year. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they go over some of the best moments, worst hiccups, and their favorites from this past year. Listen in for early bloopers at the end!   **EXPLICIT WARNING** We know some of you listen with little ears around! Please note that we were a more lax on the language in this episode.    Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   Want to support the podcast? Looking for more content? Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=74253598   www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, March 07, 2023

54. Salem History: The Crowninshield Elephant

During the Great Age of Sail, Salem's harbor grew larger, and the world became smaller. Merchants traveled the globe and brought back with them various wonders from foreign lands. And one of the most prominent, Joseph Crowninshield, invested in something never before seen on his side of the Atlantic: an elephant. Join your favorite Salem tour guides as they share with you the true story of America's first Elephant. "Captain Crowninshield" by Cheers Elephant https://www.jstor.org/stable/1373413?seq=1 http://npshistory.com/publications/sama/newsletter/v1n5.pdf https://washingtonpapers.org/george-washington-sees-an-elephant/ Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   Want to support the Podcast? Looking for more content? Check out the Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=74253598   www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Thu, March 02, 2023

53. Salem History: Leslie’s Retreat

While the infamous “shot heard round the world” may have been in Concord, Massachusetts on April 19, 1775, the first blood drawn and first retreat of English Regulars was actually here, in Salem. On February 26th, 1775 Col. Leslie of the 64th Regiment, along with nearly 300 soldiers were halted at the north river, unable to complete their mission, unable to find Salem's hidden guns. Join your favorite tour guides as they delve into this relatively obscure corner of Revolutionary War history. Map of Salem (based on surveys made in 1796 and 1804) Account Of Leslie's Retreat by Charles Moses Endicott Historic Ipswich Leslie's Retreat Monument Info on the reenactment   Interested in Salem The Podcast merch?? Click Here! If you'd like to support the podcast, check out our Patreon !   www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, February 28, 2023

Happy Tuesday!

Hello friends!  We had a technical issue with our latest recording and didn't have enough time to rerecord and get it out to you guys. Check back on Wednesday or Thursday! Thanks so much for your patience.   PATREON MEMBERS: You will see our bonus episode featuring Jeffrey's recap of his latest trip to England is now available. Consider becoming a Patron!  

Tue, February 21, 2023

52. Witch Trials: Tituba (part 2)

Get tickets for the live show HERE   This young woman's experience exists at the heart of the Salem Witch Trials. And while we will likely never know Tituba's true intentions or motivations, we do know that she confessed. In part 2, we will read HER words and see how the magistrates pushed her to tell a perfect tale. Join your favorite Salem tour guides as they discuss Tituba Indian's role in 1692, what we know of her fate, and how she's treated by history in the centuries to follow. Tituba, Reluctant Witch of Salem: Devilish Indians and Puritan Fantasies by Elaine Breslaw The Salem Witch Trials: A Day-by-day Chronicle of a Community Under Siege by Marilynn K. Roach Six Women of Salem by Marilynn K. Roach https://salemwitchmuseum.com/videos/race-and-the-salem-witch-trials/ Salem Witch Trial Documentary Archive and Transcription Project https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/unraveling-mysteries-tituba-salem-witch-trials-180956960/ "The Metamorphosis of Tituba, or Why American Intellectuals Can't Tell an Indian Witch from a Negro" by Chadwick Hansen.  New England  Quarterly   BUY TICKETS TO THE LIVE SHOW   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   Want to help support the Podcast? Check out our new Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=74253598   www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, February 14, 2023

51. Salem Love Nuggets

Happy Valentine's Day friends! When people say Salem holds a special place in their hearts… they sure aren't kidding! While Witch City is a destination for spooky scary skeletons, it's also a destination for love . Romance in this small town has a way of bewitching the hearts of so many. Join your favorite Salem tour guides as they cover YOUR love stories--your first dates, your engagements, and even your romantic mishaps. We’ve got your stories to tell!   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   Please support the Podcast via our new Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=74253598   NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Sarah    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey    www.btftours.com   www.salemthepodcast.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, February 07, 2023

50. Witch Trials: Tituba (part 1)

Enslaved woman. Confessed witch. A catalyst of the Salem Witch Trials. Tituba is perhaps one of the most well-known figures of 1692 Salem. She is also one whose story is often misconstrued and misunderstood. Let's talk about where she comes from, her likely origins, her time in Barbados, and her role in the lives of young Betty and Abigail. We'll conclude Tituba's story in two weeks! **TW: In this episode we discuss sensitive topics such as slavery and racism.   RESOURCES Tituba, Reluctant Witch of Salem: Devilish Indians and Puritan Fantasies by Elaine Breslaw The Salem Witch Trials: A Day-by-day Chronicle of a Community Under Siege by Marilynn K. Roach Six Women of Salem by Marilynn K. Roach Maya Rook, Cultural Historian - Illusory Time Salem Witch Trials Documentary Archive ( Link to all references of Tituba ) Salem Witch Museum Smithsonian Magazine "The Metamorphosis of Tituba, or Why American Intellectuals Can't Tell an Indian Witch from a Negro," by Chadwick Hansen,  The New England Quarterly , Vol. 47, No. 1 (1974), pp. 3-12. https://www.jstor.org/stable/364324   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   Please support the Podcast via our new Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=74253598   NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, January 31, 2023

49. Interview: Erik Rodenhiser, Owner of Gallows Hill Theatre

Lifelong Salem resident and professional troublemaker Erik Rodenhiser is a man of many hats. He is the owner of Gallows Hill Theatre and Museum, the producer of the Salem Trolley Christmas Carol, the man behind Witch City's Grinch and Scrooge, AND the creator of Salem’s newest (and soon-to-be open) magical attraction: Professor Spindlewink’s World of Wizardry. Join your favorite Salem tour guides Jeffrey and Sarah as they enter the strange world of this mighty attraction wrangler and infamous Salemite.  https://gallowshillsalem.com/ https://worldofwizardrysalem.com/ https://salemtrolley.com/special-tours-6.html @gallowshillsalem   @worldofwizadrysalem   Want BLOOPERS from this episode? Listen on our Patreon for outtakes and gain access to behind-the-scenes footage!    CLICK HERE   Interested in Salem The Podcast merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, January 24, 2023

48. Affliction: The Game Part 2

ARE YOU READY FOR ROUND TWO!? If you tuned in for part one, you’ll know all about influence and accusation tokens, arrests, our little puritan game pieces. Oh…and Fiji mermaids of course. The game Affliction: Salem 1692 has more adventures in store for these Salem tour guides. Join Sarah, Jeffrey, Mike, and Sebastian and find out how this wild story ends. Which faction will come out on top? Who will end up with the most victory points? And who will “win” the game of Affliction!?   Check out our fellow afflicted guests! Mr. Sebastian Crane  https://www.patreon.com/thehellfireclub Dr. Mike Vitka  https://spellboundtours.com/   Play Affliction with your friends!   HERE   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   Want to support the Podcast? Check out our new Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=74253598   NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, January 17, 2023

47. Affliction: The Game Part 1

Affliction: Salem 1692 is a 2-4 player board game that features historical figures from the Salem Witch Trials. The objective? Gain influence, create alliances, make accusations, and arrests. How could we resist? Jeffrey and Sarah invited two wonderful guests to join them on this adventure: Dr. Mike Vitka of Spellbound Tours and Mr. Sebastian Crane of the Salem Night Tour. Listen in as four seasoned Salem tour guides take a trip to the past like no other!    Check out our fellow Afflicted guests: Mr. Sebastian Crane   https://www.patreon.com/thehellfireclub Dr. Mike Vitka   https://spellboundtours.com/   Play Affliction with your friends! https://shop.pem.org/collections/puzzles-and-games/products/affliction-salem-1692   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   Support the Podcast via our new Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=74253598   www.salemthepodcast.com   NEW INSTAGRAM Instagram - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Fri, January 13, 2023

46. Salem History: The Murder of Martha Brailsford Part 2

In this episode we return to 1991 Salem. Tom Maimoni had confessed...but not to murder. His story of the " rogue wave " couldn't be proven otherwise - that is until Martha Brailsford's body was found. As we shall see, this was no accident. Well cover the day of her discovery, Tom's escape to Maine, the subsequent Jury Trial, and even how the Official Witch of Salem lends a hand to investigators.  If you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual assault, help us available. National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673   EXPLICIT WARNING: In this episode we discuss sensitive topics including assault and murder. Some language may not be suitable for young ears. Please use discretion.    A Scream on the Water: A True Story of a Murder in Salem by Margret Press* *Forensic Genealogist and True Crime Author. Founder of the DNA Doe Project, non-profit that searched for DNA or genealogical evidence for unsolved cases **BUT SERIOUSLY YA'LL - GET THIS BOOK.    Your Worst Nightmare S1E3: "Water Foul"   MASS.GOV MASS CASES AP NEWS BOSTON HERALD SALEM NEWS UNSOLVED MYSTERIES   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   Please support the Podcast via our new Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=74253598 www.salemthepodcast.com   NEW INSTAGRAM Instagram - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, January 10, 2023

45. Salem History: The Murder of Martha Brailsford

True Crime : an increasingly popular genre in media. Whether it's books, Netflix specials, or podcasts, every town has its own dark story to tell. Salem is no different. Join your hosts Sarah and Jeffrey as they delve into the murder of Martha Brailsford, her last sailing voyage, and the web of lies her murderer spun. Not all history happened centuries ago, our lives are full of it. And the events of July 12, 1991 arguably changed Salem forever. If you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual assault, help us available. National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673   EXPLICIT WARNING: In this episode we discuss sensitive topics including assault and murder. Some language may not be suitable for young ears. Please use discretion.    A Scream on the Water: A True Story of a Murder in Salem by Margret Press* *Forensic Genealogist and True Crime Author. Founder of the DNA Doe Project, non-profit that searched for DNA or genealogical evidence for unsolved cases   Your Worst Nightmare S1E3: "Water Foul"   MASS.GOV MASS CASES AP NEWS BOSTON HERALD SALEM NEWS UNSOLVED MYSTERIES   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   Please support the Podcast via our new Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=74253598 www.salemthepodcast.com   NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Bonus · Tue, December 27, 2022

Update: Good News and Bad News

Your favorite Salem tour guides need a quick rest and will be returning January 10th! Thank you for all the support throughout the year. This community means the world to us. In the meantime, check out new additions to the merch store and sign up for our new Patreon! See you in 2023 :)   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   You know what to do:   www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, December 20, 2022

44. ”The Crucible” with Rebecca Johnson

Last week we spoke about Arthur Miller, the award-winning playwright and author of The Crucible . Now, let's dive into this iconic interpretation of Salem!  The Crucible is how many people are introduced to the Salem Witch Trials, and one local historian saw this as an opportunity to connect with her audience. In this episode, Jeffrey and Sarah are joined by fellow tour guide Rebecca Johnson, owner of Dynamic History Salem and the creator of Salem's only  Crucible -centric tour. We'll discuss the play's significance, tease out inaccuracies, learn more about Rebecca, and get a few laughs in along the way.    SPECIAL GUEST: Rebecca K. Johnson, Ph.D.  Dynamic History Salem LLC Private & Specialty Walking Tours dynamichistorysalem.com dynamichistorysalem@gmail.com @dynamic_history_salem   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM Instagram - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, December 13, 2022

43. Arthur Miller

NEW INSTAGRAM: @salemthepod Arguably the most influential playwright of the 20th century, Arthur Miller wrote Tony Award winning and critically acclaimed classics such as  Death of a Salesman,  All My Sons, and T he Crucible . You know...you probably read it in high school! Join your favorite Salem tour guides Sarah and Jeffrey as they talk about the man behind this iconic play that serves as an introduction to the Witch Trails for so many. We'll cover his life, his loss, his genius, and most importantly, the culture of his time and how he used it to inform his stories.   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, December 06, 2022

42. KRAMPUS!

Who is Krampus may you ask? And no this is not BORAH!'s third cousin..  You're likely familiar with the name. Maybe you've even dressed up as this mythical being for a traditional  Krampusnacht  or partaken in a Krampus Run. This devil-like companion to Saint Nicholas has scene a recent resurgence in many of our modern holiday traditions. Join your favorite Salem tour guides as they delve into the historic origins of Krampus, how it's portrayed in the modern era, and shed some light on what the good ole Puritans may have thought of such a creature!   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Sarah (For 2023)   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey (For 2023)   www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, November 29, 2022

41. Salem History: Samuel McIntire Part 2

Tue, November 22, 2022

40. Salem History: Samuel McIntire Part 1

He was known as "the Architect of Salem."   From the Federalist mansions on Chestnut Street to the commanding presence of the Gardner Pingree house, Samuel McIntire (1757-1811) is responsible for much of the beloved historic Salem you still see today. Join your favorite tour guides on a trip back to Salem's economic heyday, The Great Age of Sail. While merchants like Elias Hasket Derby made their millions in trade, this skilled craftsman helped build a cityscape worthy the country's sixth largest seaport.    Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Jeffrey (for 2023)   www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, November 15, 2022

39. What caused the Salem Witch Trials?

History is complicated and messy, and we rarely have all the answers. The Salem Witch Trials are like a puzzle where we're missing half the pieces and for centuries, people have been trying to put that puzzle together. Join your favorite Salem tour guides Sarah and Jeffrey as they work through historical accounts, inaccuracies, and what many modern scholars believe were responsible for the atrocities committed in 1692 Salem.   Resources: Salem Witch Trials Documentary Archive The Devil in the Shape of a Woman - By Carol F. Karlsen In the Devil's Snare - By Mary Beth Norton Ergotism: The Satan Loosed in Salem? Salem Witchcraft - By Charles Upham A Storm of Witchcraft - By Emerson Baker The Salem Witch Trials: A Day by Day Chronicle - By Marilynne K. Roach Six Women of Salem - By Marilynne K. Roach The Witches - By Stacy Schiff Salem Possessed - By Paul Boyer & Stephen Nissenbaum   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Jeffrey (for 2023)   www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, November 08, 2022

38. Interview: John Andrews, Founder of Creative Collective

While the Witch City may be best known for its 400 years of history, today it is a unique and vibrant city filled with hundreds of small businesses. Events such as festivals and markets fill the calendar each year. Join your favorite Salem tour guides Sarah and Jeffrey and special guest John Andrews, the founder of Creative Collective, one of the driving forces in shaping the creative workforce and artistic community that makes Salem the city we all know and love today.   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Sarah   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey   www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Mon, October 31, 2022

37. Houdini in Salem

Happy Halloween everyone!

Wed, October 26, 2022

36. Ghost Stories Vol. II

‘Twas a dark and stormy night… Or perhaps just another day in the Witch City. Salem is full of spooky stories. From our sorted maritime trade, to the witch trials, to old mysterious burying grounds, you can hardly walk a block or two without encountering another twisted tale. Join your favorite Salem tour guides Sarah and Jeffrey for a quick ghost story or two to round out the spooky season. Happy Halloween!   This episode was brought to you by: Curly Girl Candy Shop 140 Washington St, Salem Ma, 01970 @curlygirlcandyshop on Facebook, Instagram & TikTok www.curlygirlcandy.com     Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Jeffrey   www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, October 18, 2022

35. Happy October From Salem

It's October and the Halloween spirit is in full force here in Salem. The leaves are changing and pumpkins and skeletons can be seen all around! Join your favorite spooky tour guides Jeffrey and Sarah as they answer your questions. You asked how Salem was and we answered. We've got the latest scoop and the juicy details. Let's see how October is going!   This episode was brought to you by:   Curly Girl Candy Shop 140 Washington St, Salem Ma, 01970 @curlygirlcandyshop on Facebook, Instagram & TikTok www.curlygirlcandy.com     Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Sarah   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey   www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, October 11, 2022

34. Interview: James Lurgio, Owner of Count Orlok’s Nightmare Gallery

So you like horror films? From classics like Nosferatu and Dracula to fan favorites like Freddy and Jason, this Salem gem has it all. Join your favorite tour guides Sarah and Jeffrey as they chat with James Lurgio, the proprietor of Count Orlok's Nightmare Gallery. Take a peek under the coffin and meet the man behind the monsters .         ** Jump to  24:55  to get straight to the interview. We begin the episode with a little pop culture round-up and controversy.   This episode was brought to you by:   Curly Girl Candy Shop 140 Washington St, Salem Ma, 01970 @curlygirlcandyshop on Facebook, Instagram & TikTok www.curlygirlcandy.com     Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Sarah   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey   www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, October 04, 2022

33. Hocus Pocus 2 Review

Nearly three decades after Hocus Pocus was released, we FINALLY have a sequel to this beloved cult classic. In Hocus Pocus 2, the Sanderson Sisters find themselves resurrected once again by another black flame candle (and virgin). Their return to Salem could spell disaster. Join your favorite Salem tour guides Jeffrey and Sarah as they chat about some of their favorite (and least favorite) parts of the film! How many witch hats out of 13 do you think it got?   This episode was brought to you by:   NOCTURNE 18 Front Street Salem, MA 01970 www.nocturnesalem.com   @nocturnesalem   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Sarah   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey   www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Bonus · Thu, September 29, 2022

BONUS: Mini update from Salem!

Hi Friends! Enjoy a brief overview of our experience at this year's Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival. We also touch on some local controversy and provide some suggestions for visiting Salem in October. Happy Spooky Season! 

Bonus · Thu, September 29, 2022

BONUS: Mini update from Salem!

Hi Friends! Enjoy a brief overview of our experience at this year's Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival. We also touch on some local controversy and provide some suggestions for visiting Salem in October. Happy Spooky Season! 

Tue, September 27, 2022

32. Salem in Pop Culture (Part 2)

In Part 1, we talked about Salem representations in books, plays, TV shows, comics, and even a video game! Now let’s jump into Part 2 of our pop culture series as we cover some of the most iconic Salem movies: Lords of Salem , Hubie Halloween , Paranorman , and of course the beloved cult classic Hocus Pocus ! Join local tour guides Sarah & Jeffrey as they talk about how Salem has featured on the big screen.   This episode was brought to you by: Curly Girl Candy Shop 140 Washington St, Salem Ma, 01970 @curlygirlcandyshop on Facebook, Instagram & TikTok www.curlygirlcandy.com     Resources: Elvira's Halloween Special (1986) Witch City documentary   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? https://salemthepodcast.myshopify.com/   You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Jeffrey   www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah   www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, September 20, 2022

31. Witch Trials: Giles Corey

Within the scope of the Salem Witch Trials, 19 innocent people were hanged and 1 was tortured to death – pressed over the course of two days. Giles Corey, an 81-year-old yeoman farmer known for his grumpy disposition was that one outlier. Join Salem tour guides Jeffrey & Sarah as they talk about Corey's tenuous relationship with his neighbors, with the church, and why he was so critical of what was happening here in 1692.   https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/tag/corey_giles.html   You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Sarah    www.bewitchedtours.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey    www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, September 13, 2022

30. Interview: Father Sebastiaan - Author, Fangsmith, and Impresario

Join Sarah & Jeffrey for a true interview with a vampire. He is also a fangsmith, an author, and the Impresario of the Endless Night brand. You have heard us talk about the intimate Vampire Salons and the epic Vampire Balls, but let's see where it all started. We'll talk to the man behind the madness, the creature who created the world's largest vampire community, and what inspired this dark dream of his.   @vampfangsoffical @endlessnightvampireball www.vampfangs.com www.endlessnight.com www.fathersebastiaan.com   You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Jeffrey    www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah    www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, September 06, 2022

29. Salem in Pop Culture

Everyone knows Salem! Maybe from the cult classic Hocus Pocus , perhaps the cat in Sabrina the Teenage Witch , or the The Crucible by Arthur Miller, just to name a few. There are countless other movies, TV shows, books, plays, comics, even video games! Join Salem locals as they chat about how our beloved Witch City has been woven into the fabric of our modern society.   This episode was brought to you by:   Curly Girl Candy Shop 140 Washington St, Salem Ma, 01970 @curlygirlcandyshop on Facebook, Instagram & TikTok www.curlygirlcandy.com     And   The World of Kristian James http://www.worldofkristianjames.com/     Head over to www.salemthepodcast.com  to check out our new merchandise line! Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Sarah    www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey    www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, August 30, 2022

28. Salem History: The Salem Willows

Who doesn't like “a trip to the seaside” to "take in the air"? Well that's exactly why one of Salem's hidden gems was created. Join local tour guides Sarah & Jeffrey as they chat all about Salem Willows Park. Things may have changed over the past 220 years, but we still have those same European white willow trees, there's still a boardwalk filled with restaurants and entertainment, and you can still dip your feet in the ocean.   Resources & Further Reading "'African Americans have enriched Massachusetts for centuries': Lawmakers approve Negro Election Day holiday." The Boston Globe. LINK . "Antique and horrible parade!" Historic New England . LINK . "First Black Self-Governing System: Negro Election Day." Salem United. LINK . "McAllister: The Willows, 'genteel' through the years." The Salem News . LINK . "Original Architectural Rendering of the Salem Willows Pavilion." James E. Arsenault & Company. LINK .  "Restaurant Row - Salem Massachusetts."  History By The Sea.  LINK . "Salem Willows." Salem.org.   LINK . "Salem Willows." Wikipedia . LINK .  "Salem Willows Historic District." Historyofmassachusetts.org . LINK . "The Horribles Parade: A Brief History Of U.S. Satire." By Taylor Rapalyea. Patch.com . LINK .   www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Jeffrey  www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, August 23, 2022

27. Witch Trials: Rev. George Burroughs

Who was Salem's  King of Hell ? Many believed that this former Salem Village minister was leading the coven of witches who had descended upon their communities. Head of the Devil's army on earth, and yet he hadn't been to Salem in nearly ten years. Join Salem tour guides Jeffrey and Sarah as they piece together this strange story of how a Harvard-educated man, living on the Maine frontier, became the only minister found guilty for witchcraft.   Resources https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/tag/burroughs_george.html   You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com   Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, August 16, 2022

26. Interview: Brian Sims (aka BORAH!)

In our last episode, you heard from the infamous green witch of Salem: BORAH Brewington Snaggletooth XIII. No let's hear from the man behind the makeup. Where did BORAH come from? What inspires such devilish wit? Join us for a behind-the-scenes talk with Brian Sims, the genius behind one of the most iconic street performers of modern Witch City.   https://salemsblackhatsociety.org/index.html

S1 Enull · Tue, August 09, 2022

25. Interview: BORAH!

Who exactly is BORAH Brewingington Snaggletooth the 13th ? They may be one of the most wickedly famous faces of Salem–often seen hexing tourists, screaming at loving couples, and bringing endless smiles to visitors and locals alike! BORAH brings street performing to a whole new level with their quick wit and over-the-top humor. Join local Salem tour guides Jeffrey and Sarah as they sit down and talk with the ever-green, ever-cynical Witch of Salem's Black Hat Society. RESOURCES & FURTHER READING http://salemsblackhatsociety.org/ Instagram / Facebook / TikTok @salemsblackhatsociety  https://greatcanadianhalloween.com/     www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Sarah -  bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey -  btftours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat:  https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces  License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, August 02, 2022

24. Field Trip to Danvers

Just a few miles inland from modern Witch City sits Danvers, Massachusetts – or what once was Salem Village . Danvers can sometimes be overlooked within the scope of the Salem Witch Trials, but in reality, this is where it all began. Sarah and Jeffrey left the familiarity of their Salem streets and ventured to Danvers to see those the historic sites. From the old foundations of Reverend Parris's home to the actual house of witch trial victim Rebecca Nurse, join us as we wander in the footsteps of both accuser and accused.  RESOURCES "Foundation of the Salem Village Parsonage" Salem Witch Museum https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/site-of-salem-village-parsonage/ "Salem Village Parsonage" Atlas Obscura https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/salem-village-parsonage "The Rebecca Nurse Homestead" https://www.rebeccanurse.org "Witchcraft Victims Memorial" Salem Witch Museum https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/witchcraft-victims-memorial/ "Descendant Packet" Salem Witch Museum https://salemwitchmuseum.com/product/descendant-packet/   You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast   Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com   Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com   Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Tue, July 26, 2022

23. Interview: John Kozik, Owner of Salem Witch Board Museum

Have you ever tried to contact spirits? Those who are said to dwell beyond the vale? As the planchette moves across the board everything will be revealed. But just in case you don't have a Ouija Board, you can join Jeffrey and Sarah as they talk with John Kozik, owner of the world's only witch board museum. John has a near-encyclopedic knowledge of the talking board. We'll explore everything from the history and origins, to obscure boards, to some fun superstitions (or Ouija-stitions ).  All from inside this unique Salem gem.  Resources: https://www.salemwitchboardmuseum.com/ https://tbhs.org/ You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Tue, July 19, 2022

22. Witch Trials: Rebecca Nurse

Eldest of the three sisters, happily married, mother to eight children and many more grandchildren, and a fully coveted member of the Puritan Church. And yet, Rebecca Nurse found herself at the heart of witchcraft accusations in mid-March of 1692. She was tried, found guilty, and executed. Join local Salem tour guides Sarah & Jeffrey for a discussion on the life and tragic death of this well-known Salem Witch Trials victim.  RESOURCES Six Women of Salem: The Untold Story of the Accused and Their Accusers in the Salem Witch Trials. By Marilynne K. Roach (2013). A Salem Witch: The Trial, Execution, and Exoneration of Rebecca Nurse. By Daniel A. Gagnon (2021). SWP No. 094 Rebecca Nurse. "Salem Witch Trials Documentary Archive and Transcription Project." https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/n94.html "Rebecca Nurse Homestead." Salem Witch Museum. https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/rebecca-nurse-homestead/ You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Tue, July 12, 2022

21. Salem History: Murder of Captain White

“An aged man, without an enemy in the world, in his own house, and in his own bed, is made the victim of a butchery murder, for mere pay.” Words spoken by Daniel Webster during Salem's most infamous murder trial. Join local Salem tour guides Jeffrey & Sarah as they recount the harrowing details surrounding the death of Captain Joseph White on that moonlit night in April, nearly 200 years ago. SPECIAL THANKS The Ordinary Extraordinary Podcast https://www.theordinaryextraordinarycemetery.com Kurt Deon for all your hard work getting Elias Hasket Derby up on Find a Grave. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/239994795/elias-hasket-derby RESOURCES "A Murder in Salem" By E.J. Wagner. Smithsonian Magazine. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/a-murder-in-salem-64885035/ "Gardner-Pingree House" Peabody Essex Museum https://www.pem.org/visit/historic-houses/pem-walks/gardner-pingree-house "The Murder of Joseph White: Salem, Massachusetts, 1830.  American Bar Association Journal.  JSTOR "Captain Joseph White" Salem Public Library. https://salempl.org/captain-joseph-white/ "The Murder of Captain Joseph White by the Knapp Brothers, 1830. https://www.historicalcrimedetective.com/ccca/murder-of-captain-joseph-white-1830/ The Works of Daniel Webster, volume IV .  Search google books! "The Young Devils and Dan'l Webster." American Heritage. https://www.americanheritage.com/young-devils-and-danl-webster#1. You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Tue, July 05, 2022

20. Ghost Stories & the Paranormal

This week, paranormal expert Dr. Vitka of Spellbound Walking Tours joins us for a peek behind the veil. What are what we call ghosts? A lingering spirit, imprints of energy,  We don't promise to have the answers but we’ll share some stories, theories, and even a personal ghostly experiences or two! Note that we gave this episode the big explicit "E". Some topics of discussion may not be suitable for young ears. SPECIAL THANKS to Lauren and Kristian for sending in their stories! For more info on Mike Vitka & Spellbound Walking Tour tickets visit spellboundtours.com! Instagram - @spellboundtours Email - drvitka@spellboundtours.com You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Tue, June 28, 2022

19. Interview: Dr. Vitka, Owner of Spellbound Tours

Paranormal investigator? Bigfoot serenader? UFO believer? Elvis aficionado? Who exactly is the mysterious Dr. Mike Vitka! Joining Jeffrey & Sarah this week is fellow tour guide Mike Vitka, owner of Spellbound Walking Tours. Spellbound has been haunting the streets of Salem for over 20 years as Witch City’s original haunted tour. *EXPLICIT WARNING* This episode may not be suitable for young ears. Some grotesque subjects include decapitation, shrunken heads, and Bigfoot erotica. Pursue at own risk! For more info on Mike Vitka & Spellbound Walking Tour tickets visit spellboundtours.com ! Instagram - @spellboundtours Email - drvitka@spellboundtours.com You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Tue, June 21, 2022

18. Salem History: The Great Fire of 1914

At 1:37 PM on June 25, 1914 a fire began at the Korn Leather factory in Salem's manufacturing district. It would burn for 13 hours, destroy a third of the city, and render 18k-20k people homeless. Join local Salem tour guides Sarah & Jeffrey as they talk about this often-overlooked tragedy that devastated Witch City in the early twentieth century. Resources: The Salem Fire.  By Arthur B. Jones. (1914) https://books.google.com/books/about/The_Salem_Fire.html?id=NZwlAQAAMAAJ   "The Great Salem Fire of 1914."  By Salem State Archives and Special Collections. https://www.flickr.com/photos/salemstatearchives/albums/72157682708267513 "The Great Salem Fire of 1914 Burns Half the City Out of Their Homes" https://www.newenglandhistoricalsociety.com/flashback-photo-the-great-salem-fire-of-1914/ "Salem Fire"   https://www.noblenet.org/salem/wiki/index.php/Salem_Fire  The Great Salem Fire of 1914: Images from the Phillips Library Collection.  By Barbara Pero Kampas. (2008) You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Tue, June 14, 2022

17. Witch Trials: Bridget Bishop (Part 2)

In Part 1, we covered the life of Bridget Bishop leading up to 1692. We stopped just short of how her story unfolds in the days after her arrest. Although she was hardly the first person accused, she was the first to be brought before the court of Oyer and Terminer. Join local Salem tour guides Jeffrey and Sarah, as they explore the last weeks of Bridget Bishop’s life. Resources: Because Bridget Bishop can be such a contested character in the historical record, we would like to note that we adhered closely to that of Marilynne K. Roach's interpretation. We would highly recommend her works for further reading including: Six Women of Salem: The Untold Story of the Accused and Their Accusers in the Salem Witch Trials (2013) The Salem Witch Trials: A Day-by-Day Chronicle of a Community Under Siege (2004) "Salem Witch Trials Documentary Archive and Transcription Project" https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/tag/bishop_bridget.html   "Bridget Bishop Home and Orchards, Site of"  https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/bridget-bishop-home-and-orchards-site-of/ You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Mon, June 13, 2022

BONUS: Bewitched Statue Vandalized!

It has certainly been a crazy week here in Witch City! The iconic 9-ft bronze statue of Elizabeth Montgomery was doused in bright red paint. The Satanic Temple was also attacked by an arsonist. Local Salem tour guides Sarah & Jeffrey share some details and discuss the immediate public response. They also chat about attending a memorial service for the 330th anniversary of Bridget Bishop's execution. Resources: SALEM NEWS https://www.salemnews.com/news/vandalism-of-samantha-leads-to-foot-chase/article_16a8c7c4-e5e5-11ec-a91f-5342bc464847.html NBC BOSTON https://www.nbcboston.com/news/local/landmark-bewitched-statue-in-salem-mass-vandalized/2740472/ https://www.nbcboston.com/news/local/person-arrested-after-fire-at-satanic-temple-in-salem/2745073/ You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Tue, June 07, 2022

16. Witch Trials: Bridget Bishop (Part 1)

Bridget Bishop may be the most well-known name from the Salem Witch Trials, and for good reason. She was the first person to be brought to trial, and subsequently the first to be found guilty and executed. She was hanged on June 10th 1692. Join local Salem tour guides Sarah and Jeffrey as they cover what we know of her story leading up to 1692. Resources: Because Bridget Bishop can be such a contested character in the historical record, we would like to note that we adhered closely to that of Marilynne K. Roach. We would highly recommend her works for further reading including: Six Women of Salem: The Untold Story of the Accused and Their Accusers in the Salem Witch Trials (2013) The Salem Witch Trials: A Day-by-Day Chronicle of a Community Under Siege (2004) "Salem Witch Trials Documentary Archive and Transcription Project" https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/tag/bishop_bridget.html   "Bridget Bishop Home and Orchards, Site of"  https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/bridget-bishop-home-and-orchards-site-of/ You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Tue, May 31, 2022

15. Witch Trials: Familiars

What's a familiar may you ask? Black cats? Toads? Humans-faced yellow birds? Perhaps all of the above and more! Join local Salem tour guides Jeffrey and Sarah as they talk all-things familiar. These creatures are peppered throughout the narrative of the Salem Witch Trials and their spectral presence alone could be used as proof of supernatural malevolence.  Resources Malleous Maleficarum https://library.oapen.org/bitstream/handle/20.500.12657/35002/341393.pdf?sequence=1&isAllowed=y Salem Witch Trials Documentary Archive and Transcription Project . University of Virginia. https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/home.html Familiar Spirits and Devilish Imps . By Willow Winsham. National Museums Liverpool. https://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/stories/familiar-spirits-and-devilish-imps The Devil In the Shape of a Woman . By Carol F. Karlsen. 1987 Six Women of Salem . By Marilynn K. Roach. 2013. You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Tue, May 24, 2022

14. Cemeteries of Salem (Part 2)

Our cemetery adventures continue! Salem tour guides Sarah & Jeffrey head closer to downtown to talk about Howard Street Cemetery, Broad Street Cemetery, and the old Quaker cemetery. We'll commence with the second-oldest colonial burying ground in the country: Old Burying Point, AKA Charter Street Cemetery. Let’s talk more about the dead! You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Tue, May 17, 2022

13. Cemeteries of Salem (Part 1)

Are you a taphophile? (Someone who has a passion or enjoyment of cemeteries). We sure are! Join your favorite Salem tour guides Jeffrey and Sarah as they take you through the cemeteries of Salem. Resources: https://friendsofgreenlawn.org/ https://www.harmonygrovesalem.org/ You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Tue, May 10, 2022

12. Salem History: Elias Hasket Derby

Who was America's first millionaire? How did he build his wealth? Join Salem tour guides Sarah and Jeffrey as they talk about Salem's most prosperous merchant, Elias Hasket Derby. Let's learn life, his legacy, and how his presence is still felt around the Witch City today. Resources "Derby House". Salem Maritime National Historic Site. https://www.nps.gov/places/derby-house.htm "Elias Hasket Derby: The Privateer Who Pioneered the Russia Trade." By Nick DeLuca. Journal of the American Revolution. https://allthingsliberty.com/2018/02/elias-hasket-derby-privateer-pioneered-russia-trade/. "Elias Hasket Derby". Wikipedia "Derby-Beebe Summer House." Peabody Essex Museum. https://www.pem.org/visit/historic-houses/pem-walks/derby-beebe-summer-house "Derby Mansion." https://www.noblenet.org/salem/wiki/index.php/Derby_Mansion "Derby Summer House." Danvers Historical Society. https://www.danvershistory.org/visit-us/national-historic-landmark-derby-summer-house/. "The Scandalous 1806 Divorce of Elizabeth Derby West." New England Historical Society. https://www.newenglandhistoricalsociety.com/elizabeth-derby-west-scandalous-1806-divorce/. You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Tue, May 03, 2022

11. Interview: Ben & Lex, Owners of Vampfangs

Interview with some Vampires? Local tour guides Sarah and Jeffrey sit down with Lex and Ben–owners of Vampfangs–for a taste of Salem vampire culture. They talk Vampfangs history, their personal journeys within the community, and how they bring vampires to you through their exclusive events; rituals, classes, salons, and grand balls. They’ve got everything you need to discover your inner vampire! *TRIGGER WARNING* In this episode we discuss topics such as blood consumption. It also contains explicit language and may not be suitable for young listeners. RESOURCES www.vampfangs.com www.vampirehouse.com www.endlessnights.com @vampfangsoffical @maison_vampyre @dark_weddings @endlessnightvampierball You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Tue, April 26, 2022

10. The Salem ”Catacombs”

Did someone say secret tunnels? Long has it been rumored that there are miles upon miles of underground passageways weaving beneath the oldest streets of Witch City. Some say they were used for smuggling, some say for drugs--and if all rumors are to be believed--they were even used to hide the dead. Join local tour guides Jeffrey and Sarah as they get to the bottom of this story, as history and hard evidence is oftentimes not as romantic as local lore. You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Tue, April 19, 2022

9. Interview: Angelica & Eric, Owners of Odd Meter Coffee

For their first on-site interview, local tour guides Sarah & Jeffrey sit down with the owners of Odd Meter Coffee. New to Salem and already a staple amongst locals and visitors alike, Odd Meter is a quaint yet vibrant place right in the heart of downtown. You’ll learn about their core values, how they endured through their first October, and the mystical undercurrents of this favorite Salem spot. Resources: oddmetercoffee.com MacRae’s Sustainable Goods (Marblehead, MA) https://macraes-goods.com Phyllis Curott https://www.phylliscurott.com Phylis Curott’s Witches Wisdom Tarot https://www.phylliscurott.com/books-and-tarot/witches-wisdom-tarot You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com

Sun, April 17, 2022

BONUS: Q&A With Your Hosts

The first BONUS episode! Join local Salem tour guides Sarah Black and Jeffrey Lilley as they field questions from listeners. From our favorite hidden gems to Halloween itineraries, this episode touches on a lot of aspects of Salem--with plenty of local anecdotes and laughs along the way. A big thanks to everyone who wrote in! You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Thu, April 14, 2022

8. Salem History: Black Gold & Legal Pirates

Hello! Join local Salem tour guides Sarah Black and Jeffrey Lilley for a discussion on Salem's rich and diverse maritime history. Centuries ago, this city was known around the world. Not for witches–but as a hub for international trade. Let's talk pepper, pirates, and America's first millionaire!  Resources "Historic Maps of Salem" Salem Historical Society  http://www.salemhistorical.org/maps-of-salem "America's First National Historic Site" NPS https://www.nps.gov/sama/index.htm "Friendship of Salem" NPS https://www.nps.gov/places/friendship-of-salem.htm "First Slaves Arrive in Massachusetts" MassHumanities https://www.massmoments.org/moment-details/first-slaves-arrive-in-massachusetts.html "Salem's African American History" http://www.salemhistorical.org/salems-african-american-history "The Price of Pepper" The Antecedent https://www.theantecedent.com/the-price-of-pepper/ "Salem Sets Sail" by Doug Stewart https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/salem-sets-sail-2682502/ "Fame" https://tallshipsamerica.org/vessels/fame/ You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, April 12, 2022

UPDATE: Jeffrey’s stuck in England!

Hello! Hello! One of your co-hosts is currently stuck with Covid on the other side of the Atlantic so this week's episode will drop Thursday morning at 5 AM!  As a thank you for your patience, we will be dropping a BONUS Q&A episode this weekend. Do you have questions about Salem? About the podcast? About us?  You can submit questions through the contact form on our website or send them directly to hello@salemthepodcast.com.  Thanks for listening. See you later. Sarah & Jeffrey

S1 Enull · Tue, April 05, 2022

7. The Founding of Salem

Join local Salem tour guides Sarah Black and Jeffrey Lilley as they talk about the founding of Salem. This nearly 400-year-old city was one of the first major Puritan settlements in the “New World”. From the indigenous peoples who lived here to the name "Salem" itself, let's see how it all started.  You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com

S1 Enull · Tue, March 29, 2022

6. Witch Trials: The Witch House

Hello! Join local Salem tour guides Sarah Black and Jeffrey Lilley as they talk about the Witch House. Also known as the Jonathan Corwin House, it is the only structure here in Witch City with direct ties to those infamous trials. Dating back to 1642 and now preserved as a historic house museum, it is a great glimpse into what life was like in Puritan New England. Resources https://www.thewitchhouse.org/ You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Sun, March 20, 2022

5. Tourism in Salem

Join local Salem tour guides Jeffrey Lilley and Sarah Black as they explore Salem as a five-season city. The tourist industry is largely considered the economic backbone of Witch City today. Let's talk museums, national parks, markets, events, and of course, OCTOBER – all the reasons you love and visit Salem! Resources: www.salem.org You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Sun, March 20, 2022

3. Interview: Anton James, Official Magician of Salem

Join local Salem tour guides Jeffrey Lilley and Sarah Black as they interview Anton James, The Official Magician of Salem. Learn about his unusual origin story, both as a magician and becoming the Witch City’s Official Magician. They'll talk magic, travel, inspiration, and of course, Salem. Remember, “you are the magic!” Resources www.antonpresents.com Instagram - @officalmagicanofsalem You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Sun, March 20, 2022

4. Salem History: Bewitched the TV Show

Join local Salem tour guides Sarah Black and Jeffrey Lilley as they talk about the classic TV show Bewitched! Originally on air from 1964-1972, Bewitched has cemented itself as a classic of American television and remains an iconic facet of both the culture of Salem and the idea modern witch. We sat down and watched season seven’s “The Salem Saga” and it was so much fun!  Resources: Bewitched Opening Sequence https://youtu.be/L9jbX8GX83E Statue Reveal https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxEbf073C7E “Bewitched Statue News Coverage” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxEbf073C7E “City Bewitched By Statue” by Tom Dalton and Alan Burke The Salem News , 16 June 2005 “Bewitched Statue Goes Up In Salem” East Valley Tribune , 16 June 2005, updated 7 Oct 2011 “Bewitched and Bewildered: Salem Witches, Empty Factories, and Tourist Dollars” by Robert E. Weir. Historical Journal of Massachusetts (Summer 2012) All seasons of Bewitched are available to purchase on Amazon TV, iTunes, and Google Play. And for free on NBC, IMDB TV, and Tubi. You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Sun, March 20, 2022

1. Welcome to Salem The Podcast

Join local Salem tour guides Jeffrey Lilley and Sarah Black in this inaugural episode as they introduce Salem: The Podcast . They’ll talk episode structure and scheduling, a bit about themselves, and how the podcast came to be. Resources www.salemthepodcast.com You know what to do: Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

S1 Enull · Sun, March 20, 2022

2. Witch Trials: Intro to 1692

Join local Salem tour guides Sarah Black and Jeffrey Lilley as they give a brief overview of the infamous Salem Witch Trials of 1692. There’s a lot to unpack when it comes to this cornerstone of Salem's history and they'll be covering various topics related to the trials in upcoming episodes. But history doesn't happen in a bubble and we need a foundation to build upon.  Resources: Danvers Archival Center https://www.danverslibrary.org/archive/welcome-to-the-danvers-archival-center-website/ Salem Witch Trials Documentary Archive and Transcription Project https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/home.html   The Phillips Library https://www.pem.org/visit/library The Salem Witch Trials by Marilynne K. Roach Six Women of Salem by Marilynne K. Roach A Storm of Witchcraft by Emerson W. Baker In the Devil's Snare by Mary Beth Norton The Devil in the Shape of a Woman by Carol F. Carlson The Witches by Stacy Schiff Unobscured Podcast (season 1) by Grim and Mild  You know what to do: www.salemthepodcast.com Instagram - @salemthepodcast  Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Youtube - Salem The Podcast Book a tour with Sarah www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey www.btftours.com Intro/Outro Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/unfamiliar-faces License code: NGSBY7LA1HTVAUJE

Tue, March 01, 2022

Official Trailer

Just a trailer! Go have a listen and check out our socials: @salemthepodcast. Subscribe and share. First five episodes drop March 20th!